My question involves an accident that occurred in the state of: Virginia
I've done a lot of research (I think it's fun?) on tree limb responsibility.
I've learned that common law dictates that if a tree branch falls from your property onto another's, and no neglect is proven, then it's their responsibility.
My large tree branch fell from my tree onto my property, and the HOA's common property. I called the HOA to let them know to remove the branches off of their property, and they immediately replied and told me their knowledge of the law dictates that I need to remove it. From everything I've read, and advise I received from the insurance company, this is wrong.
I went out there and cleared the branches from my property, removed dangerous parts of the tree from the common area tree it fell on (it was bending and could have hurt someone) and made sure the sidewalk was free and clear of branches because I'm concerned about safety... Was that my liability and I'm done with the event? Some of the branches are sitting in a parking lot.
A picture of some of the clean up is displayed. I finished the rest of my part up tonight (all the debris that was near the tree and on my lot / on their sidewalk. I'll take final pictures tomorrow (it was too dark).![]()

