Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Texas

Neighbor damage claim

my neighbor has hired a lawyer to pursue a claim for damages to her house. she claims tree roots from a tree in my yard caused her sewer pipes to crack resulting in a backup in her house. this ,she claims caused mold in her house and made her family ill.

if it is verified that my tree roots invaded her pipes,do i have liaibility?


Asked on 2/21/02, 11:10 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph A. McDermott, III Attorney at Law

Re: Neighbor damage claim

Maybe. Most importantly, your liability, if any, may be covered by your homeowner's insurance. Contact your carrier immediately and ask them to defend this claim.

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Answered on 2/21/02, 4:09 pm


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