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answered on Dec 8, 2023
You are confusing two concepts. You might be physically able to occupy the premises, but perhaps not without governmental response. Without septic the property will not have a Use & Occupancy Certificate. The property will not pass any septic inspection called for in the real estate contract,... View More 
A neighbor across from us is nosey and opens their lights whenever we do. Can I put a security sticker in my personal bedroom window as a form of safety?
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
In California, as a general rule, you are allowed to put a security sticker on your personal bedroom window. This is considered a part of your right to ensure privacy and security in your own home. The use of a security sticker does not typically violate any laws, as long as it does not contain... View More
A neighbor across from us is nosey and opens their lights whenever we do. Can I put a security sticker in my personal bedroom window as a form of safety?
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
Yes, you can typically put a security sticker on your personal bedroom window in California. There are no specific laws or regulations in California that prohibit homeowners from placing security stickers on their windows. Security stickers are often used as a deterrent to burglars and can help to... View More
I live in an apartment where there is toxic mold due to multiple water leaks that have been temporarily fixed but not properly repaired, causing rotting drywall issues. We've lived in this apartment for five years and recently signed a one-year lease. Despite asking the landlord to address the... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2025
Under California law, your landlord has a legal obligation to maintain habitable living conditions. The presence of toxic mold can violate the implied warranty of habitability, a legal doctrine that requires landlords to provide tenants with livable apartments. When mold makes a rental unit... View More
I am seeking guidance on whether the Limitation of Phosphorus in cleaning agents such as detergents, softeners, and laundry products should be included in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) when selling these products in the United States. While I understand that products with phosphorus levels exceeding... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
You are not legally required to include phosphorus limitation information in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) unless the phosphorus content presents a specific hazard that meets the criteria set by OSHA under the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). The SDS is intended to communicate... View More
I am renting an apartment where pesticide spraying occurs once a week in the common areas, specifically the parking lot and sidewalk, without any warnings, schedules, or signs. I regularly walk my dog in these areas and am concerned about the lack of communication regarding pesticide use. Is this... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
Oregon law broadly preempts any local limits on pesticide use citeturn2search2, so licensed applicators may treat private common areas like parking lots or sidewalks without a municipal permit or tenant notice requirement. The State’s pesticide‑control rules categorise those spaces as... View More
I received Section 8 housing close to the Santa Susana Field Test Lab about a year ago and recently learned that this area might be toxic. The lease agreement didn't mention any environmental hazards, and I found out about these risks through documentaries and community reports. I'm... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
Under California law, landlords have to tell you about environmental risks they actually know about. If the property sits within a mile of a former weapons or rocket‑testing site such as Santa Susana, the owner must warn you before you sign. They also owe you a habitable unit, so if... View More
When I was 10 years old, my parents used insecticide to deal with roach infestations in our apartment, which triggered asthma symptoms due to the smell. Now at 52, I frequently experience asthma or cold attacks, and I'm using 3 to 4 inhalers a month. These health challenges make it difficult... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
You’ve faced recurring asthma attacks that stem from childhood insecticide exposure, and that long‑standing struggle can form the basis of a legal inquiry.
California allows toxic tort claims where negligence or product defects caused harm, but timing rules are strict. The deadline... View More
I have a neighbor who is spraying something I believe is harmful, causing me to feel nauseous. This has been happening since October 2024. Although I can hear the spraying and sometimes her sneezing and coughing, I don't know exactly where she is spraying it. I previously complained about... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Maryland, the law generally allows for audio recording in certain situations, but it requires the consent of at least one party involved in the conversation or interaction being recorded. If you are simply recording the sounds of spraying, without capturing her voice or private conversations, it... View More
I live in a rural neighborhood, and a developer plans to convert nearby land into an apartment complex. The community is against this development due to concerns about increased traffic, obstruction of views, and potential environmental impacts, such as runoff carrying car oils from the complex... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
To prevent the apartment complex development, it’s important to organize your community and present a unified front. Start by attending the zoning meeting in April and voice your concerns about the traffic, environmental, and aesthetic impacts of the development. Make sure to bring specific... View More
I am seeking advice on my options against being forced to use smart meters in my home in Naperville, Illinois. I have contacted our city utility, which is charging me to switch to a non-wireless smart meter but will not allow analog meters or the option to use another electric company. I have... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
You're not alone in feeling powerless when it comes to utility mandates, especially when your health and privacy feel compromised. In Illinois, municipal utilities like Naperville’s are often granted broad authority to regulate their own utility infrastructure—including mandating smart... View More
I and other employees at a factory have experienced health issues due to exposure to TCE (trichloroethylene) used by the company. We have initiated legal action through workers' compensation. Additionally, the company has compensated landowners and the county for damages. Can we also file a... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In general, if you are receiving workers' compensation benefits for an injury or illness related to TCE exposure, you may not be able to file a separate negligence lawsuit against your employer for the same issue. Workers' compensation is designed to be the exclusive remedy for... View More
I have been experiencing severe reactions to the tap water in my house in Blackwood, NJ, since 2023. The water burns my skin, causes bleeding, swelling, and severe pain in my hands, forcing me to use only spring water. The water company has visited four times and informed me that the high chlorine... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Given that the water company has acknowledged the high chlorine levels and their impact on your health, you may have a potential claim for compensation or a legal remedy. Start by documenting all communications with the water company, including the visits, their statements about the chlorine... View More
I'm concerned about potential water contamination in Brookhaven, Mississippi, which may have caused my mother's cancer. She recently passed away, and doctors mentioned it might be due to the drinking water, not genetic factors. Other relatives have also suffered unusual tumors. Is there a... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If your mother's cancer and your relatives' health issues are potentially linked to water contamination, you may have grounds to pursue legal action. The first step would be to gather evidence of the water contamination, including any historical data, reports, or studies showing that the... View More
I live in a quiet community of homes adjacent to a farm in Maryland where dirt bikes and ATVs are ridden several times a week, causing significant noise disturbances. Additionally, firearms are being discharged at all hours of the night and day. All the neighbors are concerned, and we've... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Legal Options for Addressing Noise Disturbances in Maryland
In Maryland, residential noise limits are set at 65 dBA during daytime hours (7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) and 55 dBA during nighttime hours (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) for residential properties. Aacounty The persistent noise from dirt... View More
I own property adjacent to a parking lot, and cars have crossed the property line, damaging my retaining wall by pushing heavy wheel stops against it. Additionally, storm water is now flooding beneath my sidewalk and building due to the sloped parking lot lacking a storm drain. My engineer... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
You may be able to ask a magistrate court to order the installation of a drainage system to address the flooding, especially if you can demonstrate that the parking lot’s design is directly contributing to the damage. Since you’ve documented the flooding and the damage to your property,... View More
I am a 68-year-old resident living in a mobile home in Campobello, South Carolina. My roommate is in a wheelchair, and we've been facing several unaddressed repair issues like lack of underpinning, a sinking kitchen floor, black mold on the ceiling, and a power box with uncovered live wires.... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In South Carolina, landlords are required to maintain rental properties in habitable condition, meaning they must address serious repair issues like mold, live wires, and a sinking floor. If these issues have been reported and remain unaddressed, you may have grounds to challenge the rent increase... View More
I am a 68-year-old resident in a mobile home in Campobello, South Carolina, living with a roommate who uses a wheelchair. Recently, a new realty company took over our property and notified us of a rent increase from $400 to $600 starting in May. There might be a lease agreement that was sent, but... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In South Carolina, landlords generally have the right to increase rent, but the amount and frequency of the increase must be reasonable and in accordance with the lease agreement. If you don’t have a clear written lease, the situation can be more complicated, but the landlord is still required to... View More
I am dealing with a case of inverse condemnation due to pollution originating from a government building affecting my land. The pollution began five years ago, and I initiated a lawsuit in 2023. I have found it challenging to find eminent domain attorneys willing to handle inverse condemnation... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It can be challenging to find the right attorney for an inverse condemnation case, especially when pollution from a government building is involved. Since the issue is government-related, it's important to find an attorney with experience in both eminent domain and environmental law. If you... View More
I have been renting a house for about a year, and a couple of days ago, I started suspecting that there is asbestos in the ceiling, especially since it looks really old and is peeling off in the bathrooms. I communicated my concerns to my landlord today, but she claimed that the ceilings were... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It's great that you’re taking this issue seriously, especially when it comes to your health and safety. In Georgia, landlords have an obligation to provide a safe and habitable living environment. If there is a concern about asbestos, it’s important to have the ceiling tested by a... View More
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