NYS laws re property damage by fallen tree?
99064
If the tree is dead and the branches are falling off and the person could have expected that the tree would fall then they are responsible for the damage, otherwise they are not responsible.
924353
You should be able to find the owner through the courthouse. Also, if it's close enough to the road, it may be on city property, and the city would be responsible. Check to see how far off the road is city property. Here, it's 25 feet from the center of the road. The city came and removed a nuisance tree from "my" property by my pointing that out to them.
808146
In most places, you are.  I went through this before.  check my question titled "Should I cut this tree down?" and the answers I received.  Here is the answer I chose as "B.A.":\n\n Best Answer - Chosen By You\n\nYour neighbor has a legal right to remove anything growing over his property line and can come after you for compensation. If it would kill the tree, it's probably best to cut it down. Here is a good website to read about property rights pertaining to trees:\n\nhttp://www.lgc.state.pa.us/deskbook03/is...\n\nAdditionally, there is a book that you can read called Neighbor Law (Cora Jordan, Nolo Press, 1994)\n\nBest of luck to you for a good outcome.
76497
Here in Argentina it is traditional to take the tree down on January 6th ("Día de Reyes") so the answer is yes.\nOf course, some years I'm lazy and I wait longer.
1000418
I would say that it falls under your responsibility ..\nbut the fact that it was during a storm or weather event.. the 'act of God' provision may apply.. if it is a major expense or you are not in good standing with your insurance company.. ask about this possibility ..\nif it is a minor little thing .. pay out of pocket and work out a way not to get the insurance company involved... why have to be concerned with the whole complicated process of appraisals and deductibles and the typical long drawn out paperwork process.. and the potential for it to affect any type of relationship you may have.. I wouldn't make a big issue out of it.. \nThe exact same thing happened to me.. his tree .. my fence ..\nmy neighbor has health issues and after speaking with him.. he paid for the material and I repaired the fence for a weekend project.. problem resolved. No insurance company to deal with.. no strained relations
1178583
Cut the tree back where it hangs over your property.
727195
These are called tax lien properties. When a person defaults on their property taxes the municipality still needs the money. The county will put a tax len against the property. These liens are available for sale  at county auctions. In NY they are interest bearing and are sold to the bidder who took the lowest interest rate. The best thing about tax liens is that they have the highest priority over any other lien. However, most people will not  loose their house for not paying property taxes. If the owner remains deliquent for 2-5 years you will be able to receive a tax deed and take possession of the property. It is very unlikely though. Also, alot of banks will be at these auctions and purchase these tax liens on properties that they hold a mortgage note on. You should contact your county clerk office for the dates of the auctions and for a list (they may charge a fee or place ads in the papers). In NY they hold auctions once a year in January or February. Before you decide to go to one of these auctions you should consult a knowledgeable attorney who is competent in tax liens.  Good Luck and I hope this helped you.
918993
This is referring to the rights of property owners concerning property adjacent to (abutting) theirs.  There are certain things that a person can do to infringe on the rights of his neighbors, i.e. loud parties, overhanging trees, dangerous contaminants that could seep over to adjoining properties, etc.
452490
If this is an old, old tree and is free of severe insect damage then you have a small fortune on your hands!  I suggest going to E-bay and sell to the highest bidder.
54708
You probably have to be more specific to get a uauful answer.  Are you asking about "palimony?" Tenant/landlord law? (In which case you should say if you are in NYC or not.) Child custody issues?  Visitation rights in the hospital? Inheritance rights?  These are all address differently, in diffreent places in the law.
565603
Call the police. The trees are on his property and you have the right to sue.
1064076
Try a real estate lawyer.  PA Bar Association should be able to find one for you.  \n\nIf in Eastern PA, good luck.  Flooding has only recently become a big issue for much of that region.
79531
The tree can suffer burns without catching on fire.  This has happened to many people.  For more on lightning read this:\nhttp://www.insuremyhouse.com/lightning.html
962011
You need pictures. I would call a real estate attorney and see if they can help. Sometimes when you mention the law they change their tune.
560928
I believe the law on this could be different from state to state.  However, in both West Virginia and Ohio (the ones with which I am familiar), you can cut the portion of the tree which is on your property (and ONLY the portion which is on your property).\n\nWord to the wise--why not just ask the owner of the tree about it in the first place?  Explain your reason for wishing to cut it and see if you can come up with an amicable solution first.  Life can be rough if you have a neighbor angry with you.  It is always best to treat your neighbor the way you would like for him to treat you.  If you had an "offending" tree that you didn't realize was offensive, wouldn't you rather that your neighbor kindly tell you about it first so you could offer to make things right in the first place?
1018260
If it was on your property then you are. If it was on a neighbor's property and it hit your daughter while she was on your property, then your neighbor MIGHT be responsible. If you are looking to sue, don't. The government doesn't need more lawsuites that really arn't worth it. It was only minor brusies after all. Sorry for your daughter.
400040
Start with Trespassing.\nIf he used a chainsaw: Disturbing the Peace.\nMalicious Destruction of Property.\nVandalism.\nLet the police or the lawyer determine this.  You just need to report the facts of the case.