legal battles

Branches from our tree damaged our neighbor’s roof in a storm. She billed us for the repairs but our insurance won’t cover it. Do we have to pay?

What to do when a storm brings down branches from a tree on your property and damages a neighbor's property.
February 18, 2026 Sasha Wren

I paid for major repairs on our jointly inherited home. My sister says she never agreed to the upgrades and won’t reimburse me. What can I do?

You covered costly repairs to protect the home you share ownership of. Your sister refuses to reimburse you, claiming she never agreed to have the work done. What are your rights, and what options do you have now?
October 24, 2025 Marlon Wright

My neighbor built a fence on my land. I sued. Now legal fees are bleeding me dry. What next?

You come home one day, look at your yard, and realize something’s off. Your neighbor’s brand-new fence is sitting suspiciously far into your property line. You try to handle it nicely, but things spiral fast. Here's what to do if the legal fees start piling up.
October 22, 2025 Peter Kinney

My mom named her two brothers co-executors of her will. Now my inheritance is on hold because they’re not on speaking terms. What can I do?

When two people are listed as co-executors of an estate, it can complicate your inheritance, especially if the two executors aren't on speaking terms. We look at how to proceed.
October 15, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

The neighbor's dog damaged our yard, and our insurance will not help. Should I take them to court?

So, your neighbor’s dog tore up your yard like it was auditioning for a landscaping horror film. You called your insurance company, but—surprise!—they politely told you “no thanks.” Now you’re left staring at brown patches and a big question: should you take your neighbor to court? Let’s break this down step by step, without boring legal jargon.
September 29, 2025 Jack Hawkins