Is landlord responsible for paying bill when tenant check bounces, since the account is in the landlord's name?

Question

Is landlord responsible for paying bill when tenant check bounces, since the account is in the landlord's name?

Answer

I am not sure I understand what you are asking. Are you talking about utilities or something like that?

Yes, there are several legal reasons (legal theories) under which the landlord could be made to pay, although he would probably collect it from the tenant. If an account is in the landlord's name -- depending on what it is -- this would very likely be the obligation of the landlord.