In Texas, access to flowing water can prove to be an important legal issue for property owners whose land adjoins rivers, streams or other bodies of water. Water rights in Texas are governed by a combination of state law, historical precedents and local regulations....
Neighbors can end up arguing over various issues related to their land rights. Boundary issues and nuisance behaviors can lead to significant conflicts and even litigation. Sometimes, water access can be the source of neighborly disputes. Water is a critical natural...
Streams and other waterways are incredibly valuable natural resources. Those who own property in Texas may have selected a specific parcel of land because of its proximity to water. People are often very defensive of their land rights, including any surface water...
Water rights in Texas confuse many people. For example, the public generally has the right to access all navigable waterways because the state owns them, as well as all plants and fish in them. However, some people have deeds that make them feel entitled to sole...
It's not uncommon for people looking for property to choose a location near a body of water. Developers often build their new home communities along bodies of water whenever possible as well. Here in Texas, many of the bodies of water like lakes, rivers and creeks are...
