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flvegan

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2. Oil, gas and mineral rights vary from state to state.

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Thu Apr 2, 2026, 01:52 PM

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It also depends on if they're coming in vertically or horizontally. Some states have a statutory bar of entry. I would suggest that this property owner first consult their title insurance owners policy, if they have one. Second, consult a real estate attorney skilled in these rights, preferably one with expertise in real property title.

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Get an attorney in an oil rich state (Texas) that has fought and won these o/g right cases. Do on line research. efhmc Thursday #1

Oil, gas and mineral rights vary from state to state. flvegan Thursday #2