Representing Victims of Falling Trees and Hazardous Branches

Plainsboro is known for its peaceful suburban neighborhoods, wooded walking paths, and preserved natural spaces. But when property owners, HOAs, or municipalities fail to properly maintain trees, they can pose serious risks. Falling trees and large branches can cause catastrophic injuries, structural property damage, crushed vehicles, and even fatalities. If you or a loved one has been injured, the Plainsboro tree accident lawyers at Gill & Chamas are here to help you pursue justice and the compensation you deserve.

Why Tree Accidents Occur in Plainsboro

Plainsboro’s mature tree-lined neighborhoods and preserved open spaces — such as Plainsboro Preserve, Lenape Trail, and residential areas near Scudders Mill Road and Plainsboro Road — contain thousands of aging trees. When maintenance is ignored, these trees can become unstable and dangerous.

Common causes of tree accidents include:

• Dead or diseased trees left unremoved
• Leaning or cracked trunks
• Overgrown branches extending over sidewalks or vehicles
• Improper trimming or negligent pruning
• Storm-damaged trees weakened by wind or lightning
• Root destabilization from flooding, construction, or soil erosion
• Utility companies failing to trim trees near power lines

Learn more about failures to maintain safe property conditions on our Premises Liability page.

Common Injuries From Tree Accidents

Because trees and heavy branches fall with enormous force, injuries from these accidents are often catastrophic. Victims may suffer:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries or paralysis
• Crushed or broken bones
• Internal organ injuries
• Severe lacerations or amputations
• Fatal injuries

Our firm has extensive experience handling these types of life-changing cases. Learn more on our Catastrophic Injuries page.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Plainsboro Tree Accident?

Responsibility for a tree accident depends on where the tree was located and who was required to maintain it. Liable parties may include:

• Private homeowners
• Landlords or property managers
• Homeowners’ associations (HOAs)
• Plainsboro Township or Middlesex County (for trees on public land, sidewalks, or roadways)
• Utility companies (for trees damaging or interfering with power lines)
• Tree-cutting or landscaping contractors whose negligent work caused instability

Our team investigates maintenance history, visible signs of decay, prior complaints, and expert arborist evaluations to establish liability.

Compensation Available to Victims of Tree Accidents

If you were injured or suffered property damage, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical bills and long-term care
• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Property damage (vehicle, home, fencing, etc.)
• Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

Explore real case results on our Verdicts & Settlements page.