In 2022, loggers cut 1,299 trees on Mississippi couple's land; tally helped secure $41,920 award
Source: Times of India
Category: Business
Region: General
Published: October 02, 2026 at 20:20
๐ Summary
In a significant logging error, 1,299 trees were cut down on Gerald and Rhonda Smith's property in Mississippi. The Smiths meticulously recorded the extent of their loss through photographs and measurements, leading to legal proceedings. A court recognized the logging company's blatant negligence, awarding the couple $41,920. Expert surveyor J.T. Strickland confirmed the boundary lines, and the appeals court reaffirmed the lower courtโs ruling, validating the Smiths' claims for damages.