The Legal Implications of Squatter's Rights in Maine

Have you ever heard of squatter’s rights or adverse possession? These legal principles have been around for centuries but are seldom discussed. Squatter’s rights refer to the general legal principles that allow squatters to gain ownership of a property through a long period of possession, even without the owner’s permission. While this concept might seem outdated, adverse possession was established to reward the productive use of land and discourage the neglect of properties. In this blog post, we will explore the ins and outs of squatters rights in maine and adverse possession to give a better understanding of how they work.