A Kansas appeals court has affirmed a $6,500 judgment against a man for damage caused by tree removal on a neighboring property. The case stems from an incident in 2015 where 133 trees, some reaching 70 feet in height, were cut on adjoining land during a fence project. Douglas Black was found liable for the damages inflicted upon the neighboring property. The court determined the landowner acted promptly in filing the trespass lawsuit, meeting all legal requirements. Evidence presented supported the claim that Black was responsible for the extensive tree removal. The ruling reinforces property rights and accountability for landowners’ actions affecting adjacent properties in Kansas. The court’s decision upholds the original award, providing financial redress for the tree damage.