You wake up after the first big snow and find your mailbox lying in the yard. Who pays to fix it isn’t always clear, and it can depend on more than the plow. Here’s how Ohio’s rules sort out the bill. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Statutes and local mailbox policies are…
Raking leaves can feels like a harmless, albeit dreaded, chore. Virginians may be surprised how many rules can apply to a pile of leaves, though, and they can change from one town or county to the next. Here’s what to check before you tackle your yard this fall. Note: This is general information, not legal…
You probably know where your yard ends, or at least where you think it does. In Michigan, what a neighbor does near that line, and for how long, can matter more than you’d expect. Here’s how a piece of land can change hands, and what to watch for. Note: This is general information, not legal…
In a 2021 Marion County case, a neighbor’s garage foundation crossed the line by 1.25 inches. It reached an appeals court. Many neighbor actions are written into state law, and a conviction can mean jail time. Here’s what an Ohio neighbor can’t legally do at your property line. Note: This is general information, not legal…
A storm can drop a neighbor’s tree onto your roof in seconds. Once the shock wears off, Tennesseans are left wondering who pays, and it isn’t always as simple as whose yard the tree grew in. Here’s how the law may sort it out. Note: This is general information, not legal or insurance advice. Tree…
A lease can feel like a take-it-or-leave-it deal, especially when rent already takes a big share of your paycheck. Ohioans who rent may not realize that some lease terms simply don’t hold up, no matter who signed what. Here are the protections a lease can’t take away. Note: This is general information, not legal advice….
Your dog barks at everything that walks past the fence, and you’ve learned to tune it out. Your neighbors might not, and some Indiana cities have rules about it. Here are the dog laws many Hoosiers can break without ever leaving their own yard. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Dog laws and…
A neighbor’s dog barking at 2 a.m. can wear down even the most patient person. Missourians may have more options than they think, though the first step depends on where you live. Here’s what you can do, and where to start. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Noise rules and complaint steps vary…
A crackling fire feels cozy, as long as you trust the chimney above it. Pennsylvanians booking a sweep may find it hard to tell a careful pro from a careless one. Here’s what to ask before you hire someone. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Contractor rules and consumer protections are subject to…
You may own your mobile home, but the lot under it often belongs to someone else. Floridians who rent a spot in a park have legal protections that owners don’t always spell out. Here are the limits the law puts on park owners. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Rental rules and notice…
