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Adverse Possession: An Introductory Lesson

This lesson provides an introductory overview of adverse possession.


Learning Outcomes


On completion of the lesson, the student will be able to:


  1. Define adverse possession.
  2. Explain the historical origins of adverse possession.
  3. Explain the policy justification of modern adverse possession.
  4. Discuss the common law standards to establish title by adverse possession.
  5. Discuss the modern statutory standards to acquire title by adverse possession.

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