What Are Your Rights Regarding Construction? STOP ALL THE RACKET!
FOR HOMEOWNERS Whether your neighbors are building a back deck or renovating their garage, they must perform these activities in a way that doesn’t obstruct or disturb you and your property. Having an open line of communication is vital. You can talk to your neighbor about the noise and ask if they can work during certain times of the day or tell you when there will be loud noises. Additionally, cities and neighborhoods have ordinances that explain when you can make loud noises and when “quiet hours” are in effect. So, if your neighbor or nearby construction is making excessive noises outside the permitted hours, you have the right to file a complaint with your local police department. FOR RENTERS You have limited options as a renter. If construction occurs, you can check
your lease or bylaws to see what hours construction can take place. If you have noisy neighbors who like to renovate their apartment, you can call your police department’s non-emergency line if they are making loud noises during quiet hours and file a complaint with your landlord. Construction can be an inconvenience. Therefore, if you continue to hear noises from your neighbors or construction workers, you can file a noise complaint through your police department’s non- emergency line. However, if your property is damaged because of construction, you have every right to hold the at-fault party responsible and sue. If you have any questions about your rights as a homeowner or renter, please contact a lawyer today for more information. They can guide you in the right direction when attempting to resolve these issues.
During August, it seems like there’s construction everywhere. No matter where you look, dozens of neon orange cones and workers in high-visibility vests! That’s because August is a busy part of “construction season” in most of the country. You’ll experience commuter detours, loud and jarring noises, and even damaged property! But do you have any legal rights when it comes to construction? Can you sue if it becomes too disruptive or causes you to lose sleep? So, whether you have a neighbor who loves DIY projects or if you’re experiencing frequent construction in your area, here’s what you need to know.
A PASSWORDLESS FUTURE? Why Passkeys Are Set to Take Over
Everyone hates passwords. They are complicated, easy to forget, likely to be leaked, and difficult to change.
passkey, there’s no risk of losing your login credentials in a data breach. Further, without a password to enter, a phishing attempt can’t fool you, and no one can access your account by guessing your password. Of course, there are downsides to passkeys. If you lose your device, you must use a backup key to update your accounts. Cross- device compatibility is also tricky. You can use your cellphone to verify your identity on your laptop, but you must enable Bluetooth on both devices and have them nearby. Otherwise, a separate passkey for each device is required. Finally, people who use shared devices should avoid passkeys. Most security experts believe the pros are worth the cons. While Google passkeys will remain optional for the foreseeable future, those who want to improve their security should consider switching now. It’s wise to become familiar with using your passkey across all devices before deleting your password. Technology experts expect more services and platforms to begin offering passkeys soon, and they may become widespread. So, is this the beginning of the end of passwords as we know them? We can’t say for sure, but there’s reason to believe it could be.
Fortunately, the next generation of online security is already here.
Google has introduced passkeys on its accounts, and other companies are set to follow. But what is a passkey, and why is it superior to a password?
While passwords rely on a user creating a unique string of characters to access their account, passkeys tie a user’s identity to a device. Once you create a passkey, the device you signed up with will prompt you with a security message. You then use a preset face scan, fingerprint, or PIN to confirm it’s you trying to access the account. Passkeys don’t transmit a secure code through the internet like passwords do. Your device’s encrypted message to Google (or another service) only confirms that you proved your identity. Google does not store your passkey; it remains securely on your device. There are several security advantages to enabling passkeys and deleting your password. Since Google does not store your
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