Full question:
I own my condo for 10 yrs. I have a new neighbor who rents from an owner for the last 5 months and they have a baby that cries every night and wakes me numerous times during the night and I am exhausted the next day at work. Nobody wants to help cause its a baby, including my management office, the actual neighbor, nobody. What can I do? I can't live like this.
- Category: Nuisance
- Date:
- State: Florida
Answer:
This is a challenging situation. If the noise were from a barking dog, you might have a strong case for a "private nuisance" claim, which occurs when someone interferes with your right to enjoy your property. However, dealing with a crying baby is more complicated. Laws often protect families with children from discrimination, making it difficult to take legal action against the landlord or tenant.
While suing for private nuisance is theoretically possible, it may not be practical. Your best legal options may be limited. In the meantime, consider using soft foam earplugs while you sleep. These are inexpensive, comfortable, and can help block out noise. You can find them at hunting stores or the hunting section of stores like Walmart.
Most babies start to sleep through the night before they turn one year old, so your situation may improve over time.
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