Principle

LAND LAW — Trespass — Possession Sufficient to Maintain Trespass Even Where Title Not Proved

Area of law
LAND LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Possession alone gives standing to sue in trespass, without proving ownership. The possessor's right is enforceable against all except the true owner. The principle applies to tort law. The rule protects possessory rights as an independent legal interest. The owner of better title may recover…

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