"This NOLO law guide for general readers uses plain language and examples to explain the law on neighborhood relations and provides sample forms. There is much information on problems related to trees: injured or destroyed trees, invading branches and roots of trees, unsound limbs, boundary trees, and ownership of fruits and nuts from trees. There are two chapters on fences and two chapters on boundary lines, trespass, and easements. Other topics are noise, dangers to children and attractive nuisances, rural neighbors and the right to farm, water damage, water rights, home-based businesses, and other neighborhood businesses. One chapter briefly deals with other issues such as blighted property, drug dealers, registered sex offenders, drones, animals, and outdoor lights. The final chapters give advice on researching local laws, state statutes, and case law, and outline the processes of mediation and small claims court. Appendices present 20 pages of state statutes. This ninth edition is updated to give information on current law. The publisher’s web site offers legal forms and podcasts." Eithne O'Leyne, Editor Ringgold, Inc. ProtoView
“A Nolo book that gives practical, no-nonsense approaches to handling neighbor disputes.” Los Angeles Times
“This classic book, which keeps getting better with each new edition, answers virtually all questions....” Orlando Sentinel
“An extremely well-researched, well-written and well-organized book....” The Detroit News
"It's said that 'good fences make good neighbors'. Now in a newly updated and expanded ninth edition, "Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise" by attorneys Emily Doskow and Lina Guillen will help the non-specialist general reader to avoid neighborly nuisances from turning into a hostile and expensive lawsuits. More than just an ordinary legal guide, "Neighbor Law" is a practical, jargon free instructional guide filled from cover to cover with practical tips on how to solve problems and restore good neighbor relations. The topics covered include: noisy neighbors; trees that hang over a property line; blocked views; unclear boundary lines; high, unsightly, or deteriorating fences; dangers to children ("attractive nuisances"); problems with neighboring businesses; drones trespassing onto your property; and many other common issues ranging from secondhand smoke, to blighted property, to animal issues, and more! Of special note is the information related to updated laws and information on mediation, going to court, boundary fences, private nuisances, etc. " James A. Cox, The Midwest Book Review
So your neighbor’s giant sequoia is blocking your view. Who ya gonna call? The search for a ‘dispute buster’ should end with this helpful new book.
For anyone with a neighbor problem, [Neighbor Law] is a handy book indeed. It walks the reader through written and common law, tells you what your rights are and how to follow through on a complaint all the way to court, if necessary.
Even if you don’t have a serious neighbor problem yet, this well-written and complete book is a fun and educational read. It is extremely thorough and well-documented. 4 stars: excellent.
"Jordan peppers the book with real stories of problems neighbors have with each other. The stories are interesting and, in some cases, hilarious."
"A Nolo book that gives practical, no-nonsense approaches to handling neighbor disputes."
"This classic book, which keeps getting better with each new edition, answers virtually all questions regarding fences, trees, boundaries and noise..."
Most of us have experienced the problems attorney Jordan discusses in this practical, easy-to-understand legal guide. Such difficulties include noisy neighbors, damaged or destroyed trees, overhanging branches, obstruction of view, boundary lines, trespassing, and fences. She outlines a strategy for dealing with almost any kind of neighbor problem, starting with friendly negotiation and, if truly necessary, going all the way to court. Jordan offers advice on legal research, explaining how to find state and local law and statute citations. Recommended for public libraries.-- Fern Sikkema, Schnader, Harrison, Segal & Lewis, Washington, D.C.
Attorney Jordan addresses the problems of noise, the many and various conflicts over trees, boundary lines, trespass and easements, fences, dangers to children, right-to-farm laws, water strife, neighbors running businesses, and solving all these problems through a little law research, contacting the offending neighbor in person or by mail, using a mediator, and going as far as small claims court. Appendices are devoted to state statutes on trees and "private nuisance," and other statutes on boundary fences, "adverse possession," and the right-to-farm. One cameo case involved a California lawyer suing his lawyer/neighbor for two million dollars<-- >the latter disturbed him by repeatedly dribbling a ball in his driveway. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
"Neighbor Law is an extremely well-reserched, well-written and well-organized book that provides step-by-step strategies for resolving disputes with neighbors without litigation. If court cannot be avoided, however, attorney-author Cora Jordan shows you how to prepare and present a convincing case."
"The most complete and well-documented book...on the subject."
"Nolo's home page is worth bookmarking."
Surprisingly, this is a fun read. The author includes interesting sidebars and court decisions to clarify her explanations.
Helps residents research local law and gives advice about how to approach offending neighbors.
An excellent book...
If you want to educate yourself about your rights and duties, check out... Neighbor Law.
Explains how to use mediation services, research local laws, and present a convincing case in small claims court.
If you have problems with the neighbors, this is your bible.
This book covers every possible problem one could encounter with a neighbor and how it can be resolved reasonably and effectively.
