can I get compensation and how do I go about it.

Depending on the value of the tree, you can hire an attorney, or go to small claims court. California has some strong laws protecting trees. Some...

What is the difference between a void judgment and a voidable judgment? Also a void on its face and void in fact?

This is not really a question that can answered here - it is too vague and too broad a topic. If you believe a judgment involving you may be void...

In the context of landlord/tenant law, what is a nuisance objectively? Can a nuisance be objective? Does it have to?

A person's cologne would not rise to the level of a nuisance. A person making cologne and creating a heavy odor might be a nuisance. It probably...

Any obligation to notify new employees that they are being recorded?

Employees generally have no expectation of privacy in the workplace, except in bathrooms, locker rooms and the like. An employer is allowed to...

Do I have any legal rights about this private information being leaked?

Since you voluntarily disclosed this to your manager and a payroll clerk, you may have waived any expectation of privacy as to the issue. The...

What steps do I take to have the county agency take responsibility for putting my children at risk?

If your report was anonymous, how did the county have your name? If you gave the county your name, unless you had some agreement that they would...

Do any personal privacy laws apply when renting a single room in a house?

A landlord has a limited right to enter the premises, but must follow certain procedures to gain access. It sounds like you have a bit of meddler...

Is it legal for her to point cameras. Can I plant screening trees that may shade her solar panels legally.

A property owner is entitled to install video cameras on her property. As long as the cameras are recording her property or areas that are open to...

A review of the CC&Rs and other governing documents for your HOA would be necessary. At least in theory, if your interior modifications had...

Excessive noise issues w/ upstairs neighbors. Contacted HOA several times and they are completely unresponsive. What can we do?

Having handled a few of these cases in the past, I always advise people to try and work out some sort of agreement. It seems you have already...