Property Disputes
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Disagreements between neighbours can quickly escalate, often making home life uncomfortable and distressing. Whether it’s a boundary issue, excessive noise, or inappropriate conduct, disputes can take many forms. At Ashtons...
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Do you own land next to a river, stream, or ditch? You may have legal rights and responsibilities. What are Riparian Rights? If your property borders a natural watercourse, such...
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Below, our property disputes team outlines the top 10 things to know about misrepresentation in property transactions. 1. Misrepresentation Can Be Fraudulent, Negligent, or Innocent Misrepresentation occurs when a seller...
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Determining the exact position of a property boundary can be a complex and often contentious issue. While many assume that Land Registry title plans provide definitive answers, the reality is...
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The Right to Light is a legal entitlement that allows property owners to receive natural light through windows or other openings. If a property has enjoyed uninterrupted light for at...
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Property disputes often involve complex legal and factual issues requiring specialised knowledge. Experts, such as surveyors, valuers, engineers, and other professionals, play a crucial role in providing impartial analysis and...
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The case of Oliver Southgate v Adam Graham [2024] EWHC 1692 (Ch), provides guidance on the legal remedies available in respect of loans of cryptocurrency and illustrates the complications surrounding...
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When someone mentions bamboo, you would usually associate this with the tropical rainforest or pandas. However, bamboo is becoming increasingly problematic to homeowners and seems to be following suit with...
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When it comes to property ownership, the way the property is held can have significant legal implications, particularly in the event of an owner’s death. Two common ways to hold...
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Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to alternative ways of resolving disputes without the need for a trial, by settling a dispute outside of the courtroom. You can use ADR to...
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Restrictive covenants play a crucial role in property law, shaping how land and property can be used and developed. This article is an overview of what they are and what...
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The Party Wall Act 1996 (“PWA”) is a crucial piece of legislation designed to regulate building works that may affect shared walls or structures between adjoining properties. Enacted in 1996,...
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