Landowners face potential liability when they allow others to use their land for hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, etc. However, the state of Mississippi along with many other states have passed recreational land owner liability statues that limit the liability of land owners in certain situations. No Fee Access – Landowner Protected by Mississippi … [Read more...]
No Trespassing – What to Do About Trespassers on Your Land
A common question asked by Mississippi landowners is about the legal obligation a landowner owes to a trespasser. Landowners often worry that individuals trespassing on their property, hunting their property boundaries, fishing in their ponds, driving 4-wheelers through their old logging roads, might sue them if injured. Your Responsibilities As A … [Read more...]
Safety should be No. 1 for hunting clubs – minimizing legal liability
Hunting Related Accidents in Mississippi In Mississippi between 1998 and 2000 there were 71 hunting related accidents reported by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) in a two year study. Of the 71 incidents, 35 involved accidental shootings of another person while 11 were self-inflicted. The remaining 25 accidents involved … [Read more...]
Taking stock in another great hunting season and taking care of business
Hunting leases are front and center this time of year. Another deer season is drawing to a close and members are already contemplating whether they got their money’s worth, the quality of the hunting, the quality of the lodge or club accommodations. Landowners are eager to find out whether their hunting club will renew their lease for another year. Guests … [Read more...]