[adj] Liable meaning (legally responsible) with 5 examples

Liable
/ˈlaɪəbl/
(legally responsible)
Being legally obligated to answer for something, especially in a legal context.

Example sentences:

The company is liable for any damages caused by the faulty product.
He was found liable for the accident and had to pay for the repairs.
Landlords are liable for maintaining safe living conditions.
If you break the contract, you may be liable for penalties.
The court ruled that the hospital was liable for medical malpractice.

Common usage tip(s):

"Liable" is frequently used in legal contexts to describe responsibility for damages or obligations.
It is often followed by "for" to specify what someone is responsible for.