Q: I’m seeking advice regarding a neighbor who has repeatedly filed unfounded complaints to city authorities about several properties in our neighborhood, including ours. Although most complaints were unfounded, we still had to contend with the stress and inconvenience of dealing with code enforcement. We believe this behavior has escalated beyond a neighborhood dispute into what we believe is harassment and invasion of privacy. What are our legal options to stop this conduct and protect our privacy? — Katherine

A: Understanding your legal options when dealing with a neighbor’s repeated complaints can be complex. While it may feel like harassment, the legal definition is quite specific.

Courts have consistently ruled that filing complaints with government authorities, even if done with

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