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THIS NEIGHBOR DISPUTE GETS COMPLICATED!
A Long-Standing Neighbor Feud Lands in Court
Imagine living next to someone for decades.
Then, suddenly, everything changes.
That's the situation for these neighbors in Judge Judy's courtroom.
The Plaintiffs Seek Justice for Illness and Damage
Mr. and Mrs. Gray are the plaintiffs.
They are suing their neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson.
The Grays claim the Johnsons caused them illness and property damage.
This allegedly happened when the Johnsons sprayed pesticides on a tree.
The Defendants Explain Their Actions
Mr. and Mrs. Johnson are the defendants.
They deny causing any harm.
They say they were simply dealing with a pest problem on their own property.
The Pigeon Spikes Incident
Mr. Gray explains their long history with Mr. Johnson, dating back to 1997.
Mrs. Johnson joined the neighborhood in 2007.
Mrs. Gray moved in in 1998.
The Grays own three cats.
The dispute began with "pigeon spike traps."
Mr. Gray found these spikes hidden behind their shed on June 3, 2016.
He says they were out of sight.
Mr. Johnson admits to putting up the spikes.
He states he had a possum problem.
He says the spikes were on a shared fence.
Mr. Johnson clarifies the spikes were not for the Grays' cats.
He acknowledges the cats frequently enter his yard.
They even lie on his lounge furniture.
Mr. Gray says he discussed the spikes with Mr. Johnson.
He had called the police first.
Mr. Gray recounts Mr. Johnson saying, "you can't do that, that's my property."
Mr. Gray responded that their cat was injured.
Judge Judy Questions Cat Containment
Judge Judy asks the Grays about containing their cats.
She suggests keeping them indoors since June 2016.
Judge Judy emphasizes that cats invading a neighbor's property is unacceptable.
She states the Grays' responsibility is to keep their cats inside.
Mrs. Gray says their cats "pretty much live in our garage."
She admits they "do go out in and out."
Judge Judy dismisses the Grays' argument about other neighborhood cats.
She reiterates that if they want to protect their pets, they should keep them inside.
The Chemical Spray Allegations
The Grays' main lawsuit concerns a "toxic chemical" spray.
They claim the Johnsons sprayed a tree.
This allegedly caused Mrs. Gray breathing problems.
It also damaged their air conditioning system.
Mrs. Gray states she experienced breathing difficulties.
The Grays claim the chemical was Malathion.
They say they have hazmat reports to prove it.
Mr. Johnson confirms he bought products at Home Depot.
He applied them to a tree for an aphid infestation.
He describes using a battery-powered sprayer with a short wand.
Judge Judy Examines the Product Label
Judge Judy reads warnings from the product label.
It states the product is damaging to fish and reptiles.
It also advises washing hands if it gets in eyes.
Judge Judy notes there is no evidence the product was sprayed incorrectly.
She tells the Grays they must prove negligence.
The "Definite No-No" Claim
Mr. Gray claims a hazmat report indicates mixing Malathion with Ortho Spider Spray is a "definite no-no."
Mrs. Gray states the product was not diluted.
She says she "couldn't breathe."
Judge Judy explains the Grays must show malicious intent or negligence.
She says simply having vapors enter their house is not enough.
Mr. Gray reveals he is a retired deputy sheriff.
He used to work in pest control.
He claims the Johnsons were negligent for not warning them.
He points out they sprayed on a hot day with open windows.
Mrs. Gray says a hazmat crew from the fire department came.
She claims they couldn't enter their home.
Mrs. Gray admits she called 911 because she "could not breathe."
Judge Judy states the Grays must prove the labels contraindicated mixing or required dilution.
They also need to prove the Johnsons did not follow these instructions.
Mrs. Gray claims the bottles say "Must dilute the chemical in order to spray."
Judge Judy says if dilution is required, the Grays must prove the Johnsons failed to dilute it.
Mr. Gray admits the report does not state the product needs dilution.
Judge Judy suggests suing Home Depot and Ortho if the product was used as directed and caused injury.
Lack of Proof and Dismissal
Mr. Gray insists the Johnsons did not follow directions.
Judge Judy demands proof of the directions.
She also demands proof that the Johnsons ignored them.
Mr. Gray says they couldn't get pictures of the directions.
He explains the bottles were not in their possession.
Mr. Gray then claims Malathion was not sold at Home Depot.
Judge Judy dismisses the case.
She states there is no indication the Johnsons intended to cause harm.
Mr. Gray tries to bring up another incident.
He mentions a construction crew cutting resin countertops.
Judge Judy notes the long history of neighborly relations.
This history lasted until 2016.
Mrs. Gray reads a warning from the product.
It says, "if inhaled, removed person from exposure area."
Mrs. Gray describes calling the gas company.
She thought it was a gas leak.
She stayed in the home while inhaling the spray.
Judge Judy advises the Johnsons to get expert advice next time they spray trees.
She dismisses the case.
This includes the counterclaim.
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