Legal Question in Personal Injury in Maryland

Tree removal- trespass/damages

Under Maryland State and common law, what are the causes of action for the unlawful removal of a tree from a private (residential) property by a licensed tree removal company?


Asked on 8/29/07, 7:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Tree removal- trespass/damages

The causes of action are for trespass, assuming you didn't invite the company on your property, and for destruction of property. Your damages would consist of the cost of replacing the tree, assuming it was in good condition. If the tree was diseased, your damages would be much less.

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Answered on 8/30/07, 9:38 am


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