My Nieghborhood kids using my drive way for skateboarding. I don't have a issue with them doing this, as long as one of them doesn't hurt themselves, and then have there parents suing me (this situation happened to my wife's parents when she was little)

Any ideas of remeding this? I really hate the idea of no trespassing signs (I think they are tacky, and don't aid in keeping a good relationship with neighbors), My insurance agent suggested going to there parents and having them either sign waivers (again not excited about this)

Wish there was a law that protected against this sort of thing.

Thanks

Just rip up the concrete and put in a gravel driveway. That way you never actually have to confront anybody. Sorry for stating the obvious.









Seriously though...no one is going to sue you. Unless you're somehow encouraging them to skate on your driveway there's no way a judge in their right mind would say you were responsible if they got injured. For all they know, you know nothing about it. At least that's how you would present it.

[This message has been edited by ClickClack (edited 3/30/2010 10:53a).]

Stand in the driveway with this paintball equipment on and they will stay away.



Or you can go this route, but you'll need a gate.

We live on a very conveniently located corner lot and our circular drive curves through the front yard from one of the streets to the other. People use our drive for everything! - a shortcut while walking the dog, a shortcut while walking, a shortcut while riding scooters/bikes/skateboards. At first, it annoyed us a little, but now we are used to it, and sometimes get waved to if we are at the kitchen window. The only thing that remains annoying is when people use it as a turn-around at night and their big headlights make the rounds through our living room. - We've debated setting black iron lawn furniture out there to stop that.

But, from a parent's perspective, if my kids were riding/scootering etc. on someone's driveway, I would not at all mind someone telling them that they want them to stop. And should they not stop, I would want that someone to come express their concerns to me.

Click Clack - you are quite naive about people. You would like to think that is true, but it is not necessarily.

Get off my lawn - Clint Eastwood

I'm aware of what people are capable of and capable of getting away with - i.e. suing mcdonalds for being fat blah blah

I just really don't think this is something to worry about in this case.

I have to agree with the other poster that to no be concerned is pretty Naive. The reason it presents a concern in my mind is because it already happened with my wife's parents (i posted this above but here is some more info). A Neighbor kid (this happened in Bryan) decided to climb a tree in the front yard. The branch he was on broke, and he fell and broke an arm. They got sued over it for the medical bills, and it went as a strike against her (my wife's) parents homeowners insurance.

I would be concerned

even though a potential lawsuit might end up going nowhere, you still have to go through all the headaches associated with it. And that could be a couple of years worth of headaches.

why are they using your driveway in particular? What about it makes it attractive to skaters?

It is in a coldesac, and is long and curved with a slope.

How old are the kids?

I would be concerned as well. Its a shame that we have to think about these things, but we can't ignore the fact that there are people who are quick to blame others for everything and are quick to sue.I think you could have a conversation or two with the parents of the children involved or even the kids themselves, without being a dewsh. Just end it withsomething like "I love seeing you/your kids out here having so much fun, but with the steepness of the slope, I'm afraid one of you/them will get hurt". Maybe even record the conversations and the date, just to protect yourself.

Make an effort to be friendly on a regular basis... Visit with the kids or parents when you see them out and about, etc, and let them know you're not some old killjoy.

hmmm. don't think "attractive nuisance" applies here, and the kids are actually trespassing - so you should be good. However, one of our resident law dogs could prob. chime in on how this might play out.

Sounds like this area needs a skate park!

Would parking in the driveway eliminate the problem? If so, that seems the easiest thing to do.

Have you tried shaking your fist at them? I find that, along with shouting "Damn kids!" goes a long way.

They're trespassing... And you for some retarded reason can be found liable if they hurt themselves while on your property.

Sorry but I'd have to be the a-hole on the block and either make the parents of the kids lawyers write something up about you not being liable for said kids or that the kids are not allowed on the property.

It sucks but in today's society that is really all that works.

If you have sprinklers turn one or two heads to water the driveway during the hours they skate...

Put up a sign and can requesting a concrete use fee.

Put out a sign referring to the "dirty old man" or other equally (or more) offensive being who lives in the house. The parents will take care of keeping the kids away!

For what it is worth here is my take on your predicament...The only way it would make you liable for the kids is if it is an "Attractive Nuisance". Meaning you have something out of the ordinary in your driveway like say a plywood jump ramp that is not temporary but there for some time. Your drive way is considered in premise liability terms as quasi public property, and attractive nuisance applies, in that it is a way to and from your front door. There is more protection than a Walmart or even a Walmart parking lot because the skate boarders are not invitees (unless you have invited them to skateboard at your house whenever they want) but it is the same for the loading dock of Walmart or any food store regarding skate boarders because that is not its intended purpose and they assume the risk. I believe a sign saying "no skateboarding on the driveway" would definitely help. Also a letter to the parents letting them know your concern would strengthen no liability on your part, assuming you are as concerned as you appear to be.

I find that offensive considering that I am the dirty old man that lives with Nobody!

only and mymain's driveway is awesome for skateboarding. Been there, done that...

I hope I did not flash yall too bright, while putting signs in the yard the other night!

We had a tempting sidewalk at our former home. I always let them ride out there, as long as i could take a turn whenever I wanted on their boards. I quickly became the cool old guy (though I was 31 when this started), and the kids treated us very well.

If you wanted them to stop, you should just tell them direct IMO. Explain the liability is too great, and you cannot allow it anymore. If you come off as on their side, hopefully they will understand. Good luck!

God's Peace,
Chuck

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Chuck, you thought you were cool in our neighborhood, but the kids still talk about you around here. Not sure if it is "cool" though.

Forgot to call you the other day but thanks for the surprise. If I get busy tomorrow, call me.

Still singing chuck the magic dragon in my head.

[This message has been edited by mymainname3 (edited 3/30/2010 8:56p).]

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Mymain,

Let me enjoy my own version of reality.

Sincerely,
The cool old man.




God's Peace,
Chuck

Put a sign up that reads "convicted sex offender" and walk around in your robe.

a couple of these on a long chain out front would work.

groove your driveway...

Wait 5 years. They'll be gone by then.

it's unfortunate, but yes, you would have a liability issue if they get hurt on your driveway. Even if the judge rules in your favor, you're going to be out thousands of dollars in legal fees.

I would follow Chuck's advice and ask them politely not to skate in your driveway.

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Maybe Villager and I can come check it out on our boards. We will let you know what we think after skating it.

God's Peace,
Chuck

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