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This decision sheds important light on your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The project owner who has caused a nuisance exceeding the normal inconveniences of neighbourhood and who has been ordered to compensate the victim neighbour jointly and severally with the builders cannot, in his dealings with the latter, retain a share of the compensation at his own expense unless his wrongful interference or deliberate acceptance of risks is proven.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Scrupulously respect the legal time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (titles, deeds, letters)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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