#negligence

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jan 5, 20223 min read

Before it’s sold or after it’s sold?

At an auction held by David Weisz Company (Weisz) on October 25, 1978, a certain metal rolling machine “Plate Rolls?” was sold at...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Jun 12, 20202 min read

Magical auctioneer disclaimers

Yes, I used the term “magical disclaimers” where I suggested live auctioneers aren’t likely secure from potential (or actual) liability...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

May 22, 20202 min read

Auctioneers and keeping your premises safe

With the auction starting in about 3 hours, cars and trucks are already lining the street, and dozens of people are soon previewing...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

May 9, 20202 min read

Even when your state reopens … should you have a live auction?

So what’s the risk? Besides the somewhat obvious risk that bidders don’t yet feel comfortable attending a live auction, what if someone...

Mike Brandly, Auctioneer

Dec 5, 20153 min read

Auction [house] breakage

It sold for $33.2 Million on November 7, 2007 at Sotheby’s in New York. For purposes of our discussion today, let’s say someone broke it...