Frequently Asked Questions About Neighbor Disputes

My neighbor shot my dog for trespassing. What can I do?

Legal realities after a neighbor harms or kills a pet.

I Live in a No-Animal Rental Building, But Neighbor Has Cats! What Do I Do?

Where to turn when an apartment neighbor violates a rule against pets.

Shouldn't the landlord deal with my noisy, demanding, downstairs neighbors?

What are tenants' rights when dealing with an obnoxious neighbor in a rental?

What can a homeowner do about noisy next-door renters?

Find out what your options are if the homeowner next to you is renting their house out to noisy individuals.

How to Deal With Neighbors' Problematic Uses of Property

Neighbors getting on your nerves? Other homeowners and renters have probably faced similar issues. Learn more about the laws or rules that can help with the situation.

Can My Neighbor Legally Point a Security Camera at My Property?

What level of privacy you can expect regarding neighbor's cameras depends largely on the law in your state.

How Can I Stop the City From Rezoning My Neighborhood?

Dealing with a developer that has applied to rezone a neighborhood from low density residential to high density residential.

How Do I Stop Neighbors' Marijuana Smoke From Drifting Into My Child’s Bedroom?

Protecting a toddler from secondhand pot smoke.

Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise

Issues with the neighbors? Learn your rights -- and responsibilities -- with Neighbor Law, Nolo's comprehensive guide to the laws concerning common neighbor disputes.

Every Dog's Legal Guide: A Must-Have Book for Your Owner

The nose-to-tail guide to barking, biting, leash laws, traveling regulations and more.