Is the owner of agricultural land obligated to bear the costs of rebuilding a fallen dividing wall between his land and his neighbor's land, knowing that the wall was not designed to prevent water damage, and that the land has been irrigated for 40 years, and the landowner does not possess sufficient funds for this?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
Since agriculture on land is an ancient practice, watering it in the customary manner does not necessitate guaranteeing compensation if damage occurs to a neighbor; because the person is the cause, not an aggressor. However, if the watering exceeds the usual amount and results in damage, then its owner is liable.
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