New Jersey woman wins $173,000 after warned-about oak tree hits home
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In a remarkable case in New Jersey, a homeowner secured $173,000 in damages after an oak tree, reported multiple times as hazardous, fell and damaged her property. The nearby utility company was found negligent in maintaining the tree. Following a favorable jury ruling, the appea...
In a remarkable case in New Jersey, a homeowner secured $173,000 in damages after an oak tree, reported multiple times as hazardous, fell and damaged her property. The nearby utility company was found negligent in maintaining the tree. Following a favorable jury ruling, the appeals court affirmed the decision, underscoring the obligation of the utility company to address known risks.
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