Reply To: Liability question, just interested in how people see things.

I am scared to admit it in writing, but JOSEPH MAKES TOTAL SENSE. (There, I feel better, now). Generally, unless otherwise stated, an estimate is free.The owner gave his laptop to someone presumably for tech repair,who instead of dealing with the issue, subbed it out to you. That is not the fault or achrayus of the owner. Your friend is the one with whom you have an issue, and even if so, did you inform him there would be an estimate fee? You have no legal right to hold onto the other guy’s property, IMO.