You spend a weekend on the water and haul in a good catch of blue crabs. But in Maryland, a good catch isn’t always a legal one, even if you’re only crabbing for fun. Here’s where crabbers can slip up and end up with a fine. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Crabbing…
The worst parking ticket might be the one that lands on a car that never moved. Chicago-area Illinoisans can get hit with one over small details that are easy to forget about. Here’s what to check before a ticket lands on your dashboard. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Sticker rules, fines and…
Your backyard probably feels like the one place where you shouldn’t get in trouble over your dog. Texans may find that state law and some city ordinances see it differently, and Fort Worth’s rules are a good example. Check these in your own yard before an officer does. Note: This is general information, not legal…
That cute little tree at the garden center won’t stay little for long. Some of the trees Georgians plant grow fast and big. They don’t always hold up well when the weather turns. Here are the trees you should keep at least twenty feet away from your house. 1. Silver Maple Spread A mature silver…
Losing a family member is hard enough without land paperwork to deal with. For Alabamians who inherit property, a few rules start working the moment ownership changes hands. Some are easy to miss. These are the ones that could matter for your family’s land. Note: This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Property…
You pull into your driveway after a long day and park right where you always do. Depending on your town, that spot, or whatever is sitting in it, could come with a fine. Here’s what Ohioans may get hit with without ever leaving their own property. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Local…
A Montana gravel road can run for miles without you seeing a single sign. But the law still applies out there, and a newcomer can easily miss how. Here’s what to know before you turn off the pavement. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Road, livestock, and hunting laws are subject to change….
Trash day is easy, until you’re holding something that doesn’t belong in the bin. In Ohio, plenty of everyday household leftovers have their own rules, and a few may surprise you. Here’s what has to skip the curb, and where it can go instead. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Disposal rules and…
Skipping a home project permit can feel like a harmless shortcut. But in Florida, it can come back to bite you. Here are the jobs where skipping the paperwork can get pricey. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Permit rules, fees, and fines vary by city and county and are subject to change,…
The inspector says the sump pump works, so you sign. That’s good news, but it may not tell you the whole story. Here’s what many Wisconsin buyers learn only after the keys are theirs. Note: This is general information, not legal, insurance, or home-inspection advice. Codes, coverage, and disclosure requirements are subject to change. 1….
