Fallen leaves can become a real nuisance in the colder months of the years, clogging up drains and creating slippery paths. But, some of these leaves can be coming from your neighbors' yard. Here's ...

One of your trees falls into your neighbor's yard, causing damage. Learn who is responsible for the clean-up and how to act, ...

Lemon trees wrapped in aluminum foil might look a bit silly at first glance, but it's actually a great way to provide an ...

Managing neighborly disputes can get tricky. Fences, weeds, and even trees that straddle two properties can cause tension and ...

In 2007, I went to the island of Kaua’i for two weeks for an environmental science journalism immersion seminar led by the National Tropical Botanical Garden, an organization that seeks to save ...

Lightning strikes are common in Florida, including Jacksonville. Trees struck by lightning may not need to be removed, as the damage varies depending on the intensity of the strike. It's crucial to ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - If a tree falls and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? Here's a better question: If someone else's tree falls on your house, who pays for the damage? "It's terrifying ...

If a tree branch falls on your car while you’re parked in a Sacramento neighborhood, who pays for the damage? Is it the city financially responsible for tree-related repairs to your vehicle? What ...

When a neighbor’s tree hangs over your property it can be a nuisance—and even cause damage. But tread carefully before you trim it. Sometimes it seems like living in a society would be much better if ...