In Evans v. Thomason (1977) 72 Cal.App.3d 978, the court applied the Rowland principles in a negligence action between a tenant and landlord. "In the instant case, the landlords had a duty to the tenants under the usual standards of reasonableness. The tenants on at least two occasions notified the landlords that the kitchen outlet was defective. Thus, the landlords had notice of the condition . . . . In addition, two of the landlords . . . were experienced electricians and, therefore, particularly aware of the dangers presented . . . . In light of the landlords' admitted notice and knowledge of the serious consequences, the trial court could only conclude that the landlords did not exercise ordinary care in the management of their property and, therefore, violated their statutory duty under Civil Code section 1714." ( Id., at p. 985.) The Supreme Court denied a hearing in Evans.