July 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutesA student asks A branch from my neighbor’s tree fell into my yard and damaged my boat. He claims he isn’t liable to cover any of the damages, what can I do? A tree falling is considered an act of God or nature. Usually, the tree owner is not held accountable, which does tend to […]

Reading Time: 5 minutesPart 2: Cutting Down Trees: This from the NOLO Organization whose mission is: to help consumers and small businesses find answers to their everyday legal and business questions. Most of a big tree hangs over my yard, but the trunk is on the neighbor’s property. Who owns the tree? Your neighbor owns the tree. It

Reading Time: 3 minutesCan I get in trouble for cutting down a neighbor’s tree to improve my view? You can cut all the trees you like on your own property. If your neighbor or someone else cuts down, removes, or hurts a tree on your property without your permission, that person is required to compensate you (the tree