Prince George's County tree destruction verdict appeal
Unlimbited Tree Service plans to appeal a $933,000 verdict awarded to a Prince George's County homeowner whose neighbor had nine large trees cut down, with the company owner stating the verdict was "extremely unreasonable." As of June 25, 2026, the company is appealing the verdict, which was effectively reduced to $433,000 after the neighbor's insurance paid a $500,000 settlement. A jury found Unlimbited Tree Service liable for trespass and negligence on February 27, 2026, awarding $783,000 for property restoration and $150,000 in noneconomic damages after the homeowner discovered the trees cut down in February 2024.
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June 2026 — 1 developments
Tree Service Company Appeals Record $933,000 Verdict in Maryland Tree Destruction Case
Unlimbited Tree Service plans to appeal the $933,000 verdict awarded to a homeowner whose neighbor had nine large trees cut down. The company's owner stated the verdict was "extremely unreasonable" and that tree companies typically do not check property lines. The jury awarded $783,000 for property restoration and $150,000 in noneconomic damages.
March 2026 — 2 developments
Neighbor settles with homeowner for $500,000, reducing tree service's lawsuit payout
It was revealed that the neighbor involved in the incident had reached a settlement with the homeowner prior to the full finalization of the jury's award. The neighbor's insurance company paid $500,000 as part of this settlement, leading to the neighbor's exit from the lawsuit. The homeowner agreed to credit this settlement amount against the total verdict, effectively reducing the amount owed by Unlimbited Tree Service to $433,000.
Reddit Users Discuss Record-Breaking $933,000 Verdict for Unauthorized Tree Removal
News of the record-breaking $933,000 verdict began circulating on social media platforms, notably on Reddit. Users shared the story on subreddits such as r/treelaw and r/maryland, sparking discussions about property rights, the legal ramifications of unauthorized tree removal, and the specifics of Maryland's tree law.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Jury finds Unlimbited Tree Service liable for trespass and negligence, awards homeowner $933,000
After a trial, a Prince George's County jury rendered a verdict finding Unlimbited Tree Service liable for trespass and negligence. The jury awarded the homeowner a total of $933,000 in damages. This significant award was later recognized as potentially the largest in Maryland's history for a case solely involving the destruction of trees.
January 2025 — 1 developments
Homeowner Sues Neighbor, Tree Service Over Unauthorized Tree Removal in Prince George's County
The homeowner initiated legal proceedings by filing a lawsuit in the Prince George's County Circuit Court. The suit named both the neighbor responsible for ordering the tree removal and Unlimbited Tree Service as defendants. The legal action sought substantial damages for the unauthorized destruction of the trees and the resulting diminution of property value and aesthetic harm.
February 2024 — 1 developments
Neighbor hires tree service to cut down nine trees on homeowner's property without permission
A homeowner in Prince George's County, Maryland, returned from a work trip to discover that nine mature trees on her property had been cut down. Her neighbor had hired Unlimbited Tree Service to remove the trees without her explicit permission, leaving only a note. Many of the felled trees were large, with diameters exceeding 30 inches, causing significant damage and loss to the homeowner's property.