I like the response from Paden Cash. But, the question seems to be meant for those other than surveyors, as a way to possibly distinguish between dif...

In the first example, did the deed mention trees, rocks, etc.. The deeds I have seen that are vague on the bearings usually call to some physical mar...

Your question implies the public has been using it. Typically, a public easement by prescription is gained quicker and easier than a private one. Th...

Dang, you just burst my bubble. I thought all setups in the virgin islands would be like that. Lie around with a pina colada, take a look thru once ...

As others have mentioned, it sounds like you're worried about a 1942 measurement that is different than one from 1875 or before. That is not a valid ...

Neither...So, which is the correct point? The lost corner that has been restored and is now existent. Or, the existent corner that has been replaced...

I'm truly sorry if you are at a place where you pay for a piece of paper. At our institution one must earn the degree, whether they pay or not.All of...

In that context, only one question is needed.Why research title in order to handle a boundary dispute between complaints of the public and interests o...

I've seen the argument on the issue in a survey during 2010. Not sure if it's been resolved yet. Several surveyors involved over the course of 60 ye...

JBWhy is it absurd to want ownership? It reduces the chance of all kinds of disagreements with the true owner. The seller may have not wanted the bu...

Yes, I agree if this were involving the offer of a public easement. Then it is much like a road shown on a subdivision map. It's an continuing offer....

Another way to look at it.Grantor clearly intended to reserved a strip of land, rather than an non-possessory interest in it. That's what the first p...

You see? If you value your work, others will too. Should not have anything to do with how many other projects you are working on. How do we get rid ...

The problem is you quoted a figure too low for a rich client. When they see a number like that they realize it's time to bargain for a better deal be...

True, but the problem is he submitted a bill. So, what was it for? He must be able to answer to some degree on what he did. Otherwise he can't clai...

Follow Prof. Cliffs advice. Each court is different on this issue. You probably could go to their web page and get court "rules", but better to call...

In regard to their functions as board members, theoretically no. But one has to imagine it might color their decision seeing a particularly inept int...

A question of "ethics" (update)Sounds like you could double your rates without any complaint:)