Environmental
Oregon homebuyers who discover after purchase that a property has a failing septic system may have a cause of action for:
AInverse condemnation against the county
BFraud or misrepresentation against the seller for failing to disclose a known defect✓ Correct
CBreach of contract against the title company
DNegligence against the home inspector only
Explanation
A failing septic system is a material defect that the seller must disclose. If the seller knew about the problem and failed to disclose it, the buyer may have claims for fraud, misrepresentation, or breach of the Seller's Property Disclosure Statement obligations.
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