Nobody should need a coat indoors in their own apartment. Renters in New York City have rules on their side during heat season, and New Yorkers can use them to push for a warmer home. Here’s what your landlord owes you once the heat is supposed to be on. Note: This is general information, not…
One of Indiana’s best fall shows happens in the sky, and a lot of people miss it. Hoosiers who make the trip can watch thousands of cranes come and go. Here’s what the cranes do each fall, and when to catch it. 1. Sunset Gatherings About an hour before sunset, the DNR says, flocks of…
Careful driving doesn’t always keep you from getting pulled over. In New Jersey, your car itself can be the problem, and some of the reasons are easy to overlook. Here’s what to check before an officer does. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Vehicle rules and fines are subject to change, so confirm…
A pier can be the best part of lake life. It also can be one of the easiest things to get wrong. Wisconsinites with waterfront homes often discover that state and local rules both have a say in what goes in the water. Here’s what to know before you build, repair or add on to…
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…
Another unfamiliar car pulls into the driveway next door, and you start to wonder what’s going on with your neighbors. Floridians living beside a vacation rental may have more options than they expect to protect themselves, and the best one depends on what’s bothering you. Here’s where to start, beginning with the simplest step. Note:…
Selling a used car is a hassle even when everything goes smoothly. Marylanders usually need a safety inspection first, and a single problem can mean a failed result. Here’s what inspectors flag, so you can catch it early. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Stations set their fees, so confirm the current requirements…
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…
Hitting a deer is scary enough without wondering what you’re supposed to do next. Some North Carolinians end up guessing. But the rules don’t always match what people assume. Here’s what the law says about a deer crash aftermath. Note: This is general information, not legal or insurance advice. Wildlife rules, reporting thresholds and policy…
