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Well, those who actually moved the stove would be liable for the damage if it was caused through their negligence. While she was present and observing, she was not actually moving the stove. If I were you, I would argue that she contributed to the incident by not calling the gas company or a plumber immediately when she smelled the gas, thus you should only be liable for the broken gas line and she should be liable for rhe burn marks.

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Answered:	8/8/2008

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