Tree disputes between neighbors are common. So what happens when a tree is illegally removed from your property? And what recourse do you have?

A new owner wants to cut down a tree straddling the boundary, but neighbor says no. Can the HOA make the final decision? Our ...

In most cases, you can trim a neighbor's tree that hangs over your fence or crosses onto your property line. This is what to ...

That means if a tree’s roots, stem, branches or other parts interfere with or hurt your property in some way, you are allowed to cut them back as long as you don't damage the health of the tree.

Incorrect pruning, particularly “topping,” is the surest way to ruin a tree. If it doesn’t kill the tree outright, it will ...

That means if a tree’s roots, stem, branches or other parts interfere with or hurt your property in some way, you are allowed to cut them back as long as you don't damage the health of the tree.

Tree branches can break off in the course of a tree’s life, and trees can fall or break in particularly stormy weather. They can also suffer from disease that weakens them. As a result the tree could ...