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· 1/15/1850

Mitchell v. Billingsley

Citations

  • 17 Ala. 391

Syllabus

<p>1. The value of an orchard is to he estimated with reference to what in its growing state it is worth to the premises.</p> <p>2. Growing fruit trees and fences enclosing a field are fixtures, and as such belong to the freehold.</p> <p>3. In an action of trespass quare clausum fregit, exemplary damages may be given, where the tortious act is attended with circumstances of aggravation.</p>

Judges: Chilton

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