Having discussed what easements are, and how easements are created, this Part III of our series on easement basics will address how easements cease to exist-are extinguished or terminated. Once granted, an appurtenant easement generally has perpetual existence, as it...
Easements
Easement Basics Part II: How Easements Are Created
In this part II of our series on easement basics, we will discuss how easements are created. Broadly-speaking, easements are established in three ways: by (1) express grant/reservation; (2) implication; and (3) prescription. As to each of these theories, "[o]ne...
Easement Basics Part I: What They Are, Appurtenant Versus Personal Easements, and the Taxonomy of Claims
A significant percentage of our case load, here, at , involves disputes over easements, also known as use rights, particularly over access and private way issues. Easement law comprises some of the oldest law in the United States, as we...
Information about existing easements before purchasing property
Boston area property developers are familiar with the many nuance that come with purchasing and developing property in the area. Most properties require many permits, approvals, etc. One thing a buyer should be aware of is any existing easements that may affect a...
Skilled at easement disputes
Boston area property developers often understand that development can be complicated. One of the issues that frequently comes up are easement disputes.When right-of-way disputes come up it is important for a person to have an experienced legal team. Easement issues...