An action to quiet title is a lawsuit brought to establish a party's title to real property and 'quiet' any challenges or claims to the property. This process resolves disputes and clarifies property ownership.
Compensatory damages are awarded in legal cases to compensate for actual losses or damages suffered by the injured party, aiming to make them whole again. These damages cover measurable losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and repair costs, and do not include punitive or non-economic damages.
A receiver is an individual or entity appointed by a court to manage, oversee, and maintain a property that is involved in ongoing litigation to ensure that the property is preserved and managed properly.
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