Principle

EVIDENCE LAW – Burden of Proof in Civil Cases – Plaintiff Must Prove Title Relied Upon in Trespass Action

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The plaintiff in a trespass action bears the burden of proving his title. If he relies on a grant, he must prove its validity. The principle applies to all claims based on derivative title. The plaintiff must show that the grantor had authority to transfer…

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