Trespassers will be shot - Survivors will be shot again One phrase from the most famous prayer of all says: “... and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us”... Some translate the word “trespasses” as sins, others as “debts”. Today, we think of trespassing in a different context, involving violations of landowner … [Read more...]
Mississippi Land Lease Agreements
Landowners at some point are going to deal with the prospect of leasing land for themselves, or leasing their land to others. A lease is a contract and a good contract will be well thought out and written in such a manner that both parties clearly understand and agree upon the terms. Contract disputes often arise when contracts are “ambiguous”, that is … [Read more...]
Why Use Liability Waivers?
Liability waivers are a good idea when inviting people to come on your property. Give them the waiver in advance of the activity; this gives them time to read and consider the waiver before signing it. This gives you a stronger legal standing with regards to the waiver. The most important part of reducing your liability is exercise prudence in your … [Read more...]
Ways to Protect Your Customers and Your Land
If you have guests or customers using your land or coming to a business that you have on your property, there are a few easy steps to take to make sure your customers and your land are safe. Post and enforce safety rules. I cannot say this often enough. It isn’t enough to post safety rules, you should enforce them equally among guests. If you create a … [Read more...]
Legal Devices to Help Hunting Clubs and Landowners Minimize Their Liability
Incorporate or form an LLC Hunting Clubs Hunting clubs can minimize liability exposure by incorporating. A properly organized corporation covers its members from personal liability for club activities. Many hunting clubs are nothing more than unincorporated associations, groups of hunters who are pooling their money to pay for a hunting lease. … [Read more...]