Owner Liability for Construction Damage to Adjacent Property

A building owner contracted for construction work that resulted in damage to an adjacent property due to vibrations and soil instability, leading the damaged property owner to sue for damages based on liability for defective work and fault. The lower court found the building owner liable for damages because the vibrations caused by the construction inherently created a perilous situation resulting in the neighbor's loss, which the owner failed to prevent despite the obligation to ensure the safety of neighboring properties during construction. The highest court upheld this decision, reasoning that the owner of the building site is strictly liable for damages caused by construction activities, even if the fault lies with the contractor, as the owner retains the responsibility for ensuring the necessary precautions are taken to prevent harm to adjacent properties.