Property Damage Legal Steps

Summary

If your property is damaged by a neighbors builder, you can document the damage, notify the neighbor and their builder, and consider mediation or legal action. The builder may have committed property damage or negligence. Damage over a boundary can be actionable under trespass, and your neighbor could be responsible under vicarious liability. It may also be actionable under nuisance if it interferes with your land use. Consider seeking legal advice for further assistance.

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My neighbours builder has damaged myb property what can I do
Sorry to hear about the damage to your property. Here are some steps you can take:
- Document the damage with photos.
- Obtain a written assessment of the damage from a professional.
- Notify your neighbour and their builder in writing.
- Consider mediation if your neighbour is uncooperative.
- Seek legal advice if necessary.
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What law may he have broken
It sounds like your neighbour's builder might have committed property damage or negligence. Here are some relevant points:
- Property Damage: Under the Criminal Damage Act *, intentionally or recklessly damaging property belonging to another can be considered a criminal offence.
- Negligence: If the builder failed to take reasonable care and caused damage, they may be liable for negligence under common law.
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if some damage has been caused over boundary will it be actionable under trespass
Yes, damage caused over a boundary can be actionable under trespass. Here are some key points:
- Trespass to Land: Entering someone's property without permission.
- Trespass to Property: Causing damage to property on someone else's land.
- Remedies: You may seek damages or an injunction to prevent further trespass.
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Is my neighbour responsible for his builder
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Your neighbour could be held responsible for the actions of their builder under the legal principle of vicarious liability. Here are some key points:
- Vicarious Liability: When an individual is held responsible for the actions of another person, such as an employee or contractor.
- Negligence: If the builder was negligent and caused damage, your neighbour might be held liable.
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Is it actionable under nuisance ?
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It could potentially be actionable under nuisance. Here are some relevant points:
- Private Nuisance: This occurs when a person's use or enjoyment of their land is interfered with.
- Remedies: You may seek damages or an injunction.
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