Reference decision: cc • No. 72-13.364 • 1974-02-19 • View the decision →
This decision sheds important light on your property rights. Here is what it changes for you.
The situation
BY FINDING THAT THE DEED OF SALE CONTAINED A STIPULATION THAT THE PURCHASER WOULD HAVE TO CONSTRUCT ON THE SOLD LAND VARIOUS PREMISES ON BEHALF OF THE SELLER, THE TRIAL JUDGES WERE ABLE TO DEDUCE THAT THERE HAD BEEN NO TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF THESE PREMISES INTO THE PURCHASER'S ESTATE AND TO ORDER THE CANCELLATION OF THE PROVISIONAL MORTGAGE TAKEN OVER THESE PREMISES BY THE CONTRACTOR, A CREDITOR OF THE PURCHASER FOR THE BALANCE OF THE COST OF THE WORKS.
What the law says
This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.
Key points to remember
- Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals.
- Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence).
- Be proactive: preventive advice always costs less than litigation.
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