Description

In this week's episode, Nick clarifies that smoky vehicles built after 1930 are unlawful if they emit visible exhaust for over 10 continuous seconds, and while reports lead to a gentle nudge letter, police involvement can result in fines or yellow stickers. Bob queries about enforcing a court judgment against a former tenant who caused damage and fled, and Nick advises on applying for substituted service via email or text message to pursue wage garnishment. Jason asks about trees on a neighbor's property blocking his ocean view; Nick explains that there are very limited legal avenues to protect a view unless there's a restrictive covenant or building code violation. Carol's son-in-law damaged his car in a nursing home carpark due to an air conditioner bracket, and Nick suggests checking building codes for a negligence claim. Finally, Lyn raises concerns about a lifestyle village changing her utility billing to include a service fee, and Nick advises checking the retirement villages code and making an internal complaint before potentially escalating to consumer protection or the state administrative tribunal.

Topics Discussed:

Smoky vehicle exhaust laws

Enforcing court judgments

Trees blocking ocean views

Car damage in carpark

Lifestyle village utility billing

Internal complaint process