Neighbor Cuts Down White Oak Trees Without Permission, Gets Hit With $190K Settlement

Trees not only add visual appeal, shade, and other environmental benefits to our landscapes, but they can also quickly become a source of conflict, especially when they fall on property lines with neighbors. That’s why it’s important to be somewhat knowledgeable about tree law in case any issues arise. 

Unfortunately, this man didn’t bother to look into the consequences of cutting neighbors’ trees without permission, which ended up costing him around $200K. His actions caused a whole ordeal with the next-door resident, which you can read about in more detail below.

Even though they have many benefits, trees can quickly become a source of conflict between neighbors