| Gifts |
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| A gift is a transfer of property without any money changing hands. The person who makes the gift is called the donor. The recipient is called the donee. The requirements of a valid gift are that the donor voluntarily intends to give property, which is delivered to and accepted by the donee.
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| Trees and Fallen Fruit |
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| Generally speaking, the location of the trunk of a tree determines who owns the tree. While the law is somewhat unclear, it appears that the property owner who owns a fruit or nut tree also owns any fruits or nuts that grow from the tree. Furthermore, it appears that the property owner who owns a fruit or nut tree also has the right to collect fruits or nuts that fall on neighboring property. More... |
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| A Neighbor's Barking Dog |
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| The regulation of noise from pets is governed by state and local law. The laws vary widely and must be consulted individually for further details. Generally speaking, however, most localities have laws in place that set forth restrictions as to barking dogs. More... |
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| Impact Fees |
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| ABC Construction Corp. sought a permit to begin construction of 25 residences in the Southwell Hills Community, located in the County of Rockland. The development is situated in a neighborhood full of older houses. The local government authority conditioned the issuance of its building permit upon payment by ABC of certain impact fees. More... |
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| Flood Insurance |
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| Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by way of legislative enactment. Congress' purpose in creating the NFIP was to create a national program for flood management. More... |
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