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Boundary disagreements between property owners are a common source of confusion, tension, and potential disputes. Particularly problematic is the issue of determining responsibility and ownership for garden fences along shared property lines. In England...
Boundary wall disputes are among the most frequent disagreements encountered between neighbours. Such disputes often arise from misunderstandings, unclear property boundaries, or disagreements concerning maintenance responsibilities. Addressing these...
Adverse possession , commonly referred to as 'squatters' rights', is a complex area of property law in England and Wales. Essentially, adverse possession refers to situations where an individual who is not the registered owner occupies land or...
If you own property or land, encountering a boundary dispute can be distressing. One common area of conflict homeowners face is adverse possession, often referred to colloquially as "squatters' rights". Adverse possession occurs when an...
In the UK, it's not illegal for your neighbour to install CCTV cameras around their property; however, if their cameras capture footage beyond the boundaries of their home, such as your garden or windows, they must comply with the UK General Data...
A trust of land is when the legal title of a piece of land is held by one party, the trustee, on behalf of another party, who has the ultimate beneficial interest, known as the beneficiary. Depending on the circumstances under which the trust arose, the...
Disputes between neighbours can arise from benign issues, the most common involving trees. Whether it is overhanging branches blocking sunlight, leaves clogging up gutters or roots creeping across property lines, trees have a way of blurring boundaries...
Following on from our blog which considered whether you need to mediate , equally as important is whether you should mediate. Even if you are not required to attend a mediation, there are various advantages of doing so: High chance of settlement ...
A dispute with your ex-partner over property can be emotionally and financially draining. Whether you were cohabiting or in a long-term relationship, the division of property, particularly real estate, can quickly become a source of tension. ...
Land disputes remain one of the most common sources of conflict amongst landowners. Whether it’s a dispute regarding boundary lines, ownership or rights imposed on the land, it can quickly escalate into complex legal issues. Land surveyors and...
