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Nuisance

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A quick definition of Nuisance:

Term: Nuisance

Definition: Nuisance is when someone does something that bothers a lot of people or makes it hard for someone to enjoy their own property. There are two types of nuisance: public and private. Public nuisance is when someone does something that bothers a lot of people, like making a lot of noise or polluting the air. Private nuisance is when someone does something that bothers just one person, like playing loud music next door. If someone is found guilty of nuisance, they may have to pay money to the person they bothered or stop doing the thing that was bothering people. Sometimes, a court may also order them to stop doing the thing that was bothering people.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A nuisance is a legal term that refers to an unreasonable interference with someone's use and enjoyment of their property or a right that the general public shares in common.

There are two types of nuisances:

  • Public nuisance: This occurs when a person unreasonably interferes with a right that the general public shares in common. For example, if someone plays loud music late at night and disturbs the peace of the neighborhood, it could be considered a public nuisance.
  • Private nuisance: This occurs when a person's use and enjoyment of their property is interfered with substantially and unreasonably through a thing or activity. For example, if a factory emits toxic fumes that make it impossible for nearby residents to enjoy their homes, it could be considered a private nuisance.

There are several defenses to this tort, including:

  • Contributory negligence: If the plaintiff contributed to the nuisance, they may not be able to recover damages.
  • Assumption of risk: If the plaintiff knew about the nuisance and still chose to live or work in the area, they may not be able to recover damages.
  • Coming to the nuisance: If the plaintiff moved to the area knowing about the nuisance, they may not be able to recover damages.
  • Statutory compliance: If the defendant was following all applicable laws and regulations, they may not be liable for the nuisance.

The typical remedy for nuisance (either public or private) is damages. Courts may also grant injunctive relief if the legal remedy is not adequate.

Example: A neighbor consistently throws loud parties late at night, disturbing the peace of the entire neighborhood. This could be considered a public nuisance because it interferes with the right of the general public to enjoy a peaceful environment.

Example: A factory emits toxic fumes that make it impossible for nearby residents to enjoy their homes. This could be considered a private nuisance because it interferes with the plaintiff's use and enjoyment of their property.

These examples illustrate how a nuisance can interfere with someone's use and enjoyment of their property or a right that the general public shares in common.

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16:06
Tough to justify attending a law school where the admissions office does epic resistance political commentary at the info session
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
making me feel jealous here wow, I am about to go taste test a bunch of deserts for our baby shower this weekend.
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
@milktoast: what school got political at an info session?
shaquilleoatmeal
16:11
nothin to be jealous about, i've been trying to slide into babycats dms but shes got a long line I guess I gotta wait in to see if I can get in lmao
babycat
16:11
omg if you get into ASU they give you travel expense reimbursement to go there for a visit. does anyone know which other schools do this? I'd love to get a comped vacation
shaquilleoatmeal
16:12
think BU gives you $300 or somethin
ClassyPleasantHeron
16:12
Where is ASU getting this kind of $$$ from? They waive CAS fees too.
babycat
16:13
@shaquilleoatmeal: yeah but then you have to go to Boston :(
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16:14
uva too
shaquilleoatmeal
16:14
whats wrong w boston ;(
GOT PROMOTED YAY how do i tell law schools abt this?
like do i type up and separate doc and send as an attachment? how much do i write?
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16:15
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shaquilleoatmeal
16:16
do any of your schools have updated sections in the portal? If so, i'd upload there, if not email. Small paragraph should do it id think
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16:16
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1a2b3c4d26z
16:16
Congrats jack!
thank you!!
babycat
16:16
@jackfrost11770: personally I would submit an updated resume reflecting the new position instead of a paragraph but idk what SOP is
getting a bacon egg and cheese in celebration
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lfg baby you earned that
babycat
16:20
also congrats!! big win
initiallaw
16:23
congrats!!
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the big W is that i get reimbursed for travel now thank GOD
jack moving up in the world :)
i have a brother named jack, so whenever i see your name im marginally happier than normal
babycat
16:37
I'm guessing you don't have a sibling named babycat but I hope I still make you marginally happier than normal despite this
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16:38
maybe he has a babycat
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16:38
I think everyone should have a babycat
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