Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Maryland
In the state of Maryland(Montgomery Co.), if a tree on property1 falls on property2 who is responsible for damage and clean up.
Asked on 9/09/11, 7:00 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher
Wagshal and Sher
The owner of property 2, unless the owner of property 1 knew or had reason to know beforehand that the tree was diseased and likely to fall in inclement weather or otherwise. Hopefully the owner of prop 2 has a good homeowner's policy.
Answered on 9/15/11, 8:00 am