A storm snapped a bug green tree in my yard.The top half of the tree landed in the parking lot of a motel making a big mess.Am I responsible for the clean up on Thier porperty?

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A storm snapped a bug green tree in my yard.The top half of the tree landed in the parking lot of a motel making a big mess.Am I responsible for the clean up on Thier porperty?

Am I legally responsible for the clean
up?

Asked on September 14, 2017 under Real Estate Law, Georgia

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

Since this happened due to an "Act of God", you are not responsible dfor any damage caused by your downed tree top. However, if it had been due to the tree being dead or dying, then you would be liable. At this point, the motel can make a claim on their homeowner's insurance policy.

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

Since this happened due to an "Act of God", you are not responsible dfor any damage caused by your downed tree top. However, if it had been due to the tree being dead or dying, then you would be liable. At this point, the motel can make a claim on their homeowner's insurance policy.


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