Generally, yes.
The executor has to defend the estate. They will have to hire an attorney to settle the case.
No. Adverse possession must be exclusive for the statutory period of time. Since a common element is used by multiple people, unless you can prove you were the only one who used the common area during the statutory period, you have no claim of adverse possession.
An adverse possession must be continuous, open and notorious in order to be valid. In this case, you may have an implied easement, a "right of way," under the lost grant doctrine, depending on how long the Statutory period for an adverse possession is in your state.
Adverse possession in New Jersey allows a person to claim ownership of land if they possess it continuously, openly, and notoriously for a statutory period of 30 years. The possession must be adverse to the interests of the true owner, meaning it is without permission. The claimant must demonstrate exclusive control and use of the property during this period. Additionally, they must show that their possession was continuous and not interrupted by the rightful owner.
In Ontario, Canada, the period required to claim adverse possession under property common law is typically 10 years. During this time, the claimant must demonstrate continuous, open, and exclusive possession of the land, treating it as their own. Additionally, the possession must be without the permission of the actual owner. After this period, the claimant can apply to the court for a declaration of ownership based on adverse possession.
In Pennsylvania, the duration of such possession is twenty-one (21) years. Pennsylvania Code §42-5530. The possession must be continuous (unbroken), open (not during the day) and notorious (owner must have known or should have known) and under a good faith belief that the adverse possessor was entitled to the land.
Preface: I had to read this question several times. Pardon my obvious confusion. All references are as to the laws of the State of Washington. Adverse possession can only be met by proving each of the following elements (Muench v. Oxley, 90 Wn. 2d. 637, 584 P2d. 939 (1978)): the possession must be open and notorious, actual and uninterrupted, hostile, exclusive, and under a claim made in good faith. The necessary period of possession is 10 years; however, one who possesses under color of title and pays taxes for 7 consecutive years can bring an adverse possession action at the end of the 7 year period (RCW 7.28.070). If one element of the test is missing, the property cannot be claimed by adverse possession. Clearly, if two different people claimed title to a property by adverse possession,and both used the property during the 10 year period, neither one would have had exclusive and uninterrupted possession of the property, thereby failing the second prong of the adverse possession test introduced in Muench v. Oxley. One could also claim that the possession was not open and notorious, as well. In conclusion, neither party would succeed in their adverse possession claim because they would fail to meet each element of the adverse possession test.
In Washington, the law governing adverse possession requires that a claimant demonstrate continuous, open, and notorious use of the property for a period of at least 10 years. The use must be adverse to the interests of the true owner, meaning it is without permission. Additionally, the claimant must have actual, exclusive, and uninterrupted possession of the land during that time. If all these conditions are met, the claimant may be able to obtain legal title to the property.
Yes, you can still sell land that someone is attempting to claim through adverse possession, but the sale may be complicated by the ongoing claim. The buyer may be hesitant to purchase the property if there's a risk of losing it due to the adverse possession claim. It's advisable to disclose any such claims during the sale process and possibly seek legal advice to address potential issues. Ultimately, the outcome will depend on the specific laws in your jurisdiction regarding adverse possession and property rights.
Yes, but only the rights under the contract. For those interested in "adverse possession", the term "adverse" is completely defeated if there is a license at any time during the 10 years (or whatever your state laws require for continuous hostile possession).
Yes, a person can potentially gain adverse possession of land owned by a deceased person in Wisconsin, but specific conditions must be met. The claimant must continuously and openly possess the land for at least 20 years, demonstrating exclusive use without permission from the rightful owner. This possession must be adverse to the interests of the deceased's estate, and the claimant must also meet certain legal requirements during this period. However, the process can be complex, often requiring legal assistance to navigate issues related to the deceased's estate and any heirs.
In Arkansas, adverse possession allows a person to claim ownership of undeveloped land if they have occupied it openly and continuously for a specific period, typically 7 years, while also paying property taxes during that time. The possession must be exclusive, notorious, and without permission from the original owner. If these conditions are met, the possessor can file a legal claim to gain title to the property. However, the process can be complex, and legal advice is often recommended to navigate the specifics of the law.