What would you do about neighbor's tree damaging my property?

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Hypothetical question

English isn't my first language so bear with me. Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

neighbor's tree damaging my property. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been renting for 4 years. My monthly rent is $4,135. I have a written lease.

Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?

Illustrative response

Just want to point out — teh statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

Illustrative response

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

Illustrative response

Small claims court handled this for me. Took about 6 weeks total.

What would you do about neighbor's tree damaging my property?

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