Healthcare Provider Update: Offers top-tier health insurance including medical, dental, and vision. Provides 25 free mental health sessions/year via Lyra Health. Includes HSA/FSA options, caregiver leave, and employee stock ownership. ACA planning encouraged due to potential 2026 premium hikes Click here to learn more
Are Gray Television employees responsible for the damage caused by a tree on their property that hits their neighbor’s home or other insured structure, such as a garage or shed?
In most cases, the answer is “no.”
When such damage occurs to your neighbor’s home due to forces outside your control (e.g., weather events), your neighbors may have to file a claim with their insurer to receive a reimbursement for the damage a fallen down tree caused.
There is one exception, however.
If it is determined that the tree damage stems from your negligence (e.g., dead limbs that you refused to cut down, or you chose to trim your tree as a weekend project), then the neighbor’s insurer may come after you to recover their loss—a process called subrogation.¹
You may want to check your policy or speak to your insurance agent to ascertain if your homeowner's policy covers your liability in cases of negligence.
When Neighbors Sue
Featured Video
Articles you may find interesting:
- Corporate Employees: 8 Factors When Choosing a Mutual Fund
- Use of Escrow Accounts: Divorce
- Medicare Open Enrollment for Corporate Employees: Cost Changes in 2024!
- Stages of Retirement for Corporate Employees
- 7 Things to Consider Before Leaving Your Company
- How Are Workers Impacted by Inflation & Rising Interest Rates?
- Lump-Sum vs Annuity and Rising Interest Rates
- Internal Revenue Code Section 409A (Governing Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans)
- Corporate Employees: Do NOT Believe These 6 Retirement Myths!
- 401K, Social Security, Pension – How to Maximize Your Options
- Have You Looked at Your 401(k) Plan Recently?
- 11 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Planning for Retirement
- Worst Month of Layoffs In Over a Year!
- Corporate Employees: 8 Factors When Choosing a Mutual Fund
- Use of Escrow Accounts: Divorce
- Medicare Open Enrollment for Corporate Employees: Cost Changes in 2024!
- Stages of Retirement for Corporate Employees
- 7 Things to Consider Before Leaving Your Company
- How Are Workers Impacted by Inflation & Rising Interest Rates?
- Lump-Sum vs Annuity and Rising Interest Rates
- Internal Revenue Code Section 409A (Governing Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans)
- Corporate Employees: Do NOT Believe These 6 Retirement Myths!
- 401K, Social Security, Pension – How to Maximize Your Options
- Have You Looked at Your 401(k) Plan Recently?
- 11 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Planning for Retirement
- Worst Month of Layoffs In Over a Year!
Some neighbors may seek to bring legal action against you, though often that is unnecessary.
For those working at Gray Television, determine what municipal laws are in place to cover such instances. Generally speaking, you are not responsible unless you knew, or should have known, about the danger. Proving what you knew or should have known can be difficult and costly in a court of law. It typically benefits both parties to arrive at a compromise that avoids an expensive legal process.
The information in this material is not intended as legal advice. Please consult legal or insurance professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation.
What type of retirement plan does Gray Television offer to its employees?
Gray Television offers a 401(k) savings plan to help employees save for retirement.
Does Gray Television match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?
Yes, Gray Television provides a matching contribution to the 401(k) plan, which enhances employees' retirement savings.
How can employees at Gray Television enroll in the 401(k) plan?
Employees can enroll in the 401(k) plan through the company's HR portal or by contacting the HR department for assistance.
What is the eligibility requirement for Gray Television employees to participate in the 401(k) plan?
Most employees at Gray Television are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after completing a specified period of employment, typically 30 days.
Can Gray Television employees choose how their 401(k) contributions are invested?
Yes, employees at Gray Television can choose from a variety of investment options for their 401(k) contributions.
What is the maximum contribution limit for Gray Television employees participating in the 401(k) plan?
The maximum contribution limit for Gray Television employees is subject to IRS regulations, which may change annually.
Does Gray Television offer any financial education resources for employees regarding the 401(k) plan?
Yes, Gray Television provides financial education resources and tools to help employees make informed decisions about their 401(k) savings.
Are there any fees associated with managing the 401(k) plan at Gray Television?
Yes, like most 401(k) plans, there may be administrative fees associated with managing the plan at Gray Television.
Can Gray Television employees take loans against their 401(k) savings?
Yes, Gray Television allows employees to take loans against their 401(k) savings, subject to specific terms and conditions.
What happens to a Gray Television employee's 401(k) savings if they leave the company?
If a Gray Television employee leaves the company, they can roll over their 401(k) savings into another retirement account or take a distribution, depending on their preference.