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A Practical Guide to the Law in Relation to Tree Root Subsidence Claims’ is an essential resource for anyone involved in tree related subsidence disputes. Written by Sarah Dodd, solicitor and founder of Tree Law Limited, this comprehensive guide explains the law, procedure, and evidence that underpin tree root subsidence claims in the UK.

Covering everything from liability and causation to expert evidence, case law, and insurance considerations, the book gives clear practical guidance to lawyers, insurers, loss adjusters, engineers, surveyors, and local authorities. It draws together key decisions such as Delaware Mansions v Westminster City CouncilBerent v Family Mosaic, and Solloway v Hampshire County Council, alongside the most recent case developments up to September 2025.

Structured for everyday use, this guide includes straightforward explanations, checklists, and examples that make complex legal principles easy to apply in practice. It’s the go-to reference for professionals managing tree root subsidence damage claims, from mitigation, claims to recover damages and TPO compensation claims.

Whether you’re advising a homeowner, defending a local authority, or negotiating with an insurer, this book helps you understand the law, reduce risk, and resolve tree related disputes efficiently.

Sycamore Gap – how the legal landscape is changing

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TBD Marketing have supported the press coverage that we have obtained in commenting on the Sycamore Gap trial.  Here is a video they’ve kindly hosted which is my comments on what the Sycamore Gap trial means.

This covers:

  • why the case was important
  • why it captured attention across the world
  • what it shows us in relation to the state of the nation and UK law
  • what is means for the future

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/simonpaulmarshall_lawyers-lawfirms-legalprofession-activity-7328820608186658816-1r1r?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABF-JHoBWM9VugT8AVXF_erwv61bs3AKiPs

I am available for media commentary on the Sycamore Gap and can be contacted at hello@treelaw.co.uk.

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