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Originally Posted by heims01
We have a large tree near a lake shore at home. It is dying and will eventually fall into the lake, and perhaps on the neighbor's dock if it falls when the dock is in. If we would like to let nature take its course and let the tree fall naturally in the lake to provide structure for fishing, etc. are we liable if the tree damages the neighbors property?
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If it can be proven that the tree was diseased or dying and it fell on your neighbor’s property, you would be responsible for the damage, even if it was blown down in a storm. According to “The People’s Court” on TV.