Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in California
next door neighbors watering of their garden floods into our yard. Does not cause any real damage except to promote weed growth in our yard. Do they have a responsibilty to stop the water from escaping. The only way for us to stop the water is to put small sandbags on their property to stop the flow. I am not sure what area of law this would be.
Asked on 7/01/10, 7:35 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
When the water penetrates the foundation of your house and black mold starts to grow, your losses will be in the five figures. Take them to small claims court for creating a private nuisance, after writing a letter demanding $500 or so first. Watch out for legal time limits.
Answered on 7/01/10, 11:19 pm