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Right of First Refusal Removed by Amendment: Court Dismisses Claims in Centennial Plaza

April 17, 2025

What You Need to Know In analyzing whether a right of first refusal in a Master Deed...

Summary Judgment Granted Where Property Seller Had No Knowledge of Actual Location of Utility Lines

March 13, 2025

What You Need to Know Seller's Knowledge and Duty to Disclose: The Court found that because the...

North Carolina Supreme Court Weighs Equitable Subrogation in Execution Sale Dispute

March 12, 2025

What You Need to Know Equitable Subrogation Doctrine: MidFirst reaffirms the principle that a lender who pays...

Quiet Title Is an Appropriate Vehicle for Adverse Possession Claims

February 28, 2025

What You Need to Know Adverse Possession Validity: Cazaubon reinforces that adverse possession is a legitimate basis...

Summary Judgment Motion Denied When Record Lacks Material Facts

November 21, 2024

What You Need to Know Adherence to Local Rules is Essential. The court emphasized the importance of...

Arizona Appeals Court Affirms Dismissal of Negligence and Breach of Duty Claims against Settlement/Escrow Agent

October 8, 2024

Introduction In a recent case from the Arizona Court of Appeals, the Court affirmed a grant of...

Washington State Case Reinforces Importance of Clear Title Policy Exceptions

August 30, 2024

Introduction In a recent case decided by the Court of Appeals of Washington State, the Court considered...

Colorado Federal Court Rejects Insured’s Claim for Defense and Indemnity for Mechanic’s Liens

July 3, 2024

Introduction Northmarq Finance, a Nebraska limited liability company, had a title insurance policy with Fidelity National Title...

5-Year Failure to Provide Title Claim Notice Relieves Underwriter of Duty to Defend

June 27, 2024

Introduction In a recent case from the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, the...

Missouri Supreme Court Reinforces Coverage Limits for Zoning Matters in Standard ALTA Policy

June 4, 2024

Introduction In a recent case from the Supreme Court of Missouri, the Court addressed whether a title...

Mass. Appeals Court Upholds Joint Tenancy Reformation Based on Parties’ Intent

February 20, 2024

Introduction The Appeals Court of Massachusetts recently affirmed a summary judgment decision in favor of a property...

California Appeals Court Upholds Dismissal of Negligence Claims Against Title Insurer/Escrow Agent

February 16, 2024

Introduction The California Court of Appeals, First Appellate District, Division Five recently upheld demurrer in favor of...

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