Does a neighborhood nuisance–a barking dog, airplanes roaring overhead, a smelly factory–disturb you? These are typical examples of public and private nuisances that might affect the enjoyment of your ...

Shortly after I bought my home, I was sharply awakened about 6 a.m. by the loud barking of my neighbor's dogs. When this happened day after day, I became annoyed. Worse, my neighbor went off to work ...

Lydia, an elderly homeowner, illegally converted her garage into two studio apartments without obtaining permits, a violation of city ordinances. City building officials sent her several notices that ...

If not for its freshly mowed lawn, the little red house in the 3400 block of Pennsylvania Street might appear abandoned. A pelt of moss and ferns grows on the roof. Fat clumps of moss carpet the front ...

2023 has already been a landmark year for nuisance, with the Supreme Court handing down its controversial decision in Fearn v Tate Gallery (as discussed on this blog). The good news for those with a ...

Does a neighborhood nuisance seriously disturb you? Examples might be a barking dog that keeps you and other neighbors awake at night; airplanes flying overhead landing or taking off at a nearby ...