What is our liability if a tree branch from my yard fell on my neighbor’s car and dented his hood?
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What is our liability if a tree branch from my yard fell on my neighbor’s car and dented his hood?
He insist on us paying but we refuse to since it was due to harsh winds on a terrible storm and would be considered an “Act of God”. He still wants us to pay. Is there someone who can help and straighten things out with him so he can stop bothering us.
Asked on April 28, 2015 under Accident Law, Texas
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You are correct that you are not liable because the storm was an act of God.
Your homeowner's insurance carrier can inform your neighbor of that when it denies liability. You could also have an attorney send a letter to your neighbor explaining why you are not liable.
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