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Couple Sues Portland for $4.7M After Storm Damage

4/7/2025

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After a devastating January storm, Sarah and Joel Bond are taking a stand, filing a $4.7 million lawsuit against Portland and city forester Jenn Cairo. Their home was crushed by a Douglas fir they had warned about, citing safety concerns that went unheard. The couple alleges negligence and emotional distress, highlighting the city's failure to address evident signs of tree disease.

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After a devastating January storm, Sarah and Joel Bond are taking a stand, filing a $4.7 million lawsuit against Portland and city forester Jenn Cairo. Their home was crushed by a Douglas fir they had warned about, citing safety concerns that went unheard. The couple alleges negligence and emotional distress, highlighting the city's failure to address evident signs of tree disease.