Property Dispute
/ˈprɒpərti dɪsˌpjuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal disagreement over ownership, possession, or use of real or personal property.
The neighbors were involved in a property dispute over the boundary line.
- (n.) Litigation or conflict arising from conflicting claims to property rights.
The property dispute was resolved through mediation before going to trial.
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- property disputes
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Commentary
Property disputes commonly involve conflicting claims to ownership or use rights, making precise definition of property interests and boundaries essential in pleadings and settlement negotiations.
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