Neighbor Sues for Privacy Violations

Sometimes it’s not your guests you have to worry about, it’s your neighbors.

Vacation rental property involved in neighbor privacy violation lawsuit

Vacation Rental Privacy Violation Liability Insurance Claim Example


The Incident


A neighbor sued a property owner and manager for invasion of privacy, citing repeated disturbances and claiming guests’ behavior intruded on their peace and quiet.

The Gap


Neighbor disputes are rarely covered by traditional policies. Even baseless claims can cost thousands in defense fees.

The Cost

  • Legal fees for defending the claim

  • Risk of city involvement or STR permit review

  • Ongoing neighborhood hostility

How Wister Insurance® Coverage Helps


Wister’s policy includes personal and advertising injury coverage, which can extend to claims like defamation and invasion of privacy.

Takeaway


Even when you operate responsibly, neighbors may look for ways to push back. Wister gives you the backing you need when complaints turn into lawsuits.


Don’t let neighbor disputes derail your business. Get covered with Wister.


*While Wister cannot disclose details of actual lawsuits or settlements, the examples shared here reflect real claim scenarios and hypotheticals designed to illustrate the protection our policies provide.

Melia M. McDaris

Melia McDaris is the Marketing Manager at Wister Insurance®, where she leads brand strategy, digital marketing, and content across the company’s portfolio. Her work focuses on translating complex insurance concepts into clear, approachable messaging that resonates with short-term rental managers and co-hosts nationwide. Melia plays a key role in shaping Wister’s voice and visibility, ensuring the brand remains trustworthy, modern, and human-first in a highly regulated industry.

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