Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

falling branch

who is responsible for any damages

when a branch that hangs over a

neighbors yard falls from a tree that is

planted in my parents yard?


Asked on 8/06/08, 10:59 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: falling branch

Usually your parents. The tree belongs to your parents, since it is in their yard, and the branches of that tree are your parents' responsibility, even if they overhang a neighbor's yard. Incidentally, your parents may want to turn the claim over to their homeowners' insurance.

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Answered on 8/07/08, 1:15 pm


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