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Neighboring Tree Branches and Liability for Damage
A Texas bar feature explains who may trim overhanging branches and when a landowner is liable for falling limbs. Neighbors may cut protruding branches up to the boundary, but the tree owner bears duty to remove dangerous limbs. If a decayed tree near a boundary falls, the owner of the tree may be liable for damage or injury. The piece cautions readers to consult an attorney for specific facts.
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State Bar of Texas