How can you remove easements and other adverse interests from real property? Suppose you are buying, selling, or developing real property. A lot about the property can be revealed through due diligence, the preliminary title report, or the deed. Sometimes – hopefully not often– this work can surprise property interests and impact a successful conveyance. […]
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Well sharing agreements are more common than you might expect! These types of agreements allow neighbors to share a well along with the costs for electricity and maintenance. However, there are several pitfalls that can be a big headache for landowners! What are well sharing agreements? Basically, these kinds of agreements are a combination of
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In the final COVID-19 webinar, Laura Schroeder, Therese Ure, and Sarah Liljefelt discuss various types of easements and how to protect water access. The webinar airs on June 17, 2020 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. You can view the webinar here! First, learn the different types of easements, how they are created, and when
El Niño is gracing the West Coast of the United States and water watchers are enjoying relief from the past few years of drought, but the catch-up game may take longer than hopefuls could dream. Reports from the U.S. Climate Prediction Center indicate that wetter weather is forecast for the West Coast through at
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THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF ADVERSE POSSESSION Gilinsky v. Sether, 187 Or App 152, 66 P3d 584 (2003), provides a helpful example of a very typical adverse possession claim. The case may serve as a basic reference whenever adverse possession is in issue. In Gilinsky, the court determined that each of four defendants established title
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This document is a review of the law of easements. You may also be interested in our video discussion on Easements and Well Sharing. Need help? Schroeder Law Offices has experience in easement issues in the states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Nevada. Call our office at (503) 281-4100 or use our inquiry form. DISCLAIMER: Schroeder
Professor Michael Blumm is a noted scholar and professor at Lewis & Clark Law School. I had the privilege of attending more than one of his classes during my time there. Therefore, I was somewhat surprised when I read his guest editorial in the Oregonian and letter to the Oswego Lake Work Group regarding public
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