A boundary, often referred to as a property line, defines the physical extent of a parcel of land, delineating ownership and legal rights. They are crucial for determining land use, development, and resolving disputes.
Color of Title refers to a condition in which a claim to title appears on the surface to be valid but is fundamentally void due to some defect.
Common law refers to a body of law that has developed based on judicial decisions and precedents established by courts, as opposed to legislative statues or statutory laws. Originating from England and forming a significant part of the legal framework in many Commonwealth countries, common law evolves based on the practices, customs, and judicial precedents over time.
Lis Pendens, meaning 'suit pending' in Latin, is a recorded notice indicating that a lawsuit has been filed which may affect the title to a certain piece of land. This notice serves to inform other interested parties that the property is subject to litigation.
Notorious Possession is the open, obvious, and well-known occupation or use of property, which one of the criteria required for establishing adverse possession. This kind of possession is typically one where the possessor's use of the property is visible to onlookers and could be perceived by neighbors and passersby as ownership of the property.
