Question: Barbara leased a triplex from Dick Grayson. Barbara sublet one third of the triplex to her cousin Corra Grayson without Barbara's knowledge or permission. Corra

Barbara leased a triplex from Dick Grayson. Barbara sublet one third of the triplex to her cousin Corra Grayson without Barbara's knowledge or permission. Corra was negligent while living in the triplex. She allowed the bath tub to overflow which caused substantial damaged. Upon discovering the situation, Barbara notified Dick Grayson that he was holding him responsible for any and all damages to Corra's portion of the triplex, and that Dick Grayson was going to be responsible for making the property like it was prior to him renting it. Dick replied that he had sublet to Corra in good faith, had no knowledge of negligence, and could not be held liable for damages caused by another. Using IRAC to determine whether Dick Grayson can be held liable?

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