This text seeks to provide an interesting, reasoned and critical analysis of the major principles and doctrinal themes of the modern law of real property. Relating land law constantly to its first principles, the book proceeds to explore the subject against the background of its contemporary social, environmental and human rights dimensions. This edition takes account of relevant legislation, provides commentary on case law developments, and places English law firmly in the context of both European law and the comparative common law tradition.
During this period the land was accessible only through a gate kept padlocked by G, who effectively farmed the ... Usually, however, enclosure is the 'strongest possible evidence of adverse possession' (Seddon v Smith (1877) per ...
To paraphrase Austin ([urisprudence, 5th edn., vol. 1, p. 362): one class consists of intangible rights over objects (incorporeal), and the other of physical objects over which rights may be exercised (corporeal).
The conditions of occupancy support the view that Mr. Clarke was not in exclusive occupation of room E. He was expressly limited in his enjoyment of any accommodation provided for him. He was forbidden to entertain visitors without the ...
This new book adopts a contextual approach, placing the core elements of a qualifying law degree property and land law course in the context of general property principles and practices as they have developed in the UK and other ...
Emphasises the importance of land as a resource, rather than a cultural construct, exploring the ways property, land and identity are linked.
This text is invaluable for attorneys; professional planners; environmental, property rights, and neighborhood activists; and local government employees who need to understand the rules that govern how property owners may use land in ...
The aim of this work is to take the main elements of land law and explain each in a systematic way.
... estate in 17 Wingfield Street, London. The company was dissolved in 1998 and, thereupon, its estate vested in the Crown. The claimants had been in possession of the land for approximately sixteen years, ending in February 1999.
This book maintains a critical emphasis and encourages students to consider and understand the law in context (both within society and their degree), not just in the abstract.
The book considers the role of land law reform in the development process and analyzes how the World Bank has sought to support these legal changes in client countries.