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TransFarmations, Inc. v. Town of Amherst

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New Hampshire Supreme Court Reverses Planning Board Decision – Clarifies Fisher Subsequent Application Doctrine

In November 30, 2022, opinion, the New Hampshire Supreme Court (the “Court”) clarified the longstanding case law established in Fisher v. City of Dover, otherwise known as the Fisher subsequent application doctrine, which relates to the standard by which planning boards or zoning boards of … Read the rest

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Keene Auto Body v. State Farm

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ATTENTION INSURANCE COMPANIES! It’s time to look closely at those anti-assignment clauses

The New Hampshire Supreme Court (the “Court”) recently issued an opinion that will have insurance companies taking a much closer look at their anti-assignment clauses. In a controversial decision handed down November 15, 2022, the Court addressed the appeal of an order granting Defendant State Farm Mutual Automobile … Read the rest

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The Story of the Hermit and His “Generous” Deed Gift

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Have you heard of a famous hermit named Perley E. Swett? He was a resident of Stoddard, New Hampshire, at the time of his death in 1973.  

Native residents of New Hampshire have probably heard the story of Mr. Swett before. He was a man with no money or means of financial support other than the massive property he owned. … Read the rest

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Create Your Will and Estate Plan Before It Is Too Late

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No one wants to think about something terrible happening to themselves or their loved ones. Most people go through life trying to maintain a positive attitude. They don’t think about the possibility of a terrible accident or injury happening to them. 

Unfortunately, the reality is that you could die or suffer a debilitating injury at any moment. This doesn’t mean … Read the rest

Filed Under: General, Property Tax Law, Real Estate Law

GTI Spindle Technology v. Bukowitz

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Summary Judgment Denied in Trade Secrets Dispute

In a November 7, 2022, Order handed down by the Superior Court for the Northern District of Hillsborough (the “Court”), Defendants David Bukowitz, Paul Berberian, and Jose Flores (“Defendants”) failed to persuade the Court that summary judgment was appropriate in an action brought against them for various alleged violations of trade secrets and … Read the rest

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Costa and McCann v. PureFacts Financial Solutions

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Superior Court for the Northern District of Hillsborough Enforces Forum Selection Clause

In a recent opinion handed down by the Superior Court for the Northern District of Hillsborough (the “Court”), Plaintiffs Grace Costa and Michael McCann (Plaintiffs) found themselves on the wrong side of a forum selection clause.

The case in controversy originated from a … Read the rest

Filed Under: Court Updates, General

The New Rules That Govern New Hampshire Wetlands

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The Department of Environmental Services did something it hasn’t done in more than 25 years by making massive updates and alterations to the rules and regulations governing New Hampshire wetlands.

Some of the most notable updates have been made to the quality standards of surface water and shorelines. These are statutory updates involving modernized and scientific advancements to accommodate the … Read the rest

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The Rules of Homestead Exemptions and Mortgages

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Homestead is a property tax exemption term referring to a homeowner who occupies their own primary residence. When someone claims a homestead tax exemption on the property they own and occupy, they are entitled to receive up to a $120,000 exemption on the tax-assessed value of their property. Married couples who own and occupy the same residence can receive an … Read the rest

Filed Under: General, Property Tax, Property Tax Law

Do Extended Stay Hotels Rent Rooms to Customers or Tenants?

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New Hampshire law doesn’t consider the occupants of extended-stay hotel rooms as tenants. If extended-stay hotel customers were considered tenants under New Hampshire law, they would be entitled to statutory protections preventing them from being forcibly removed. These protections are not offered to hotel guests because they are considered customers.

The New Hampshire Supreme Court addressed this controversy in the … Read the rest

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An Overview of Property Tax Exemptions, Lease Default Notifications, and Easement Rights in New Hampshire

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New Hampshire law provides special tax exemptions to municipality-owned real estate. This means the municipalities are not required to pay state real estate taxes on their properties. However, the municipalities are not exempt from paying taxes if non-exempt parties occupy or use their properties as part of a lease or tax agreement.

Sublicensing

Is a non-exempt party allowed to sublicense … Read the rest

Filed Under: Easements, General, Property Tax, Property Tax Law

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TransFarmations, Inc. v. Town of Amherst

New Hampshire Supreme Court Reverses Planning Board Decision … [Read More...]

Keene Auto Body v. State Farm

ATTENTION INSURANCE COMPANIES! It’s time to look closely at … [Read More...]

The Story of the Hermit and His “Generous” Deed Gift

Have you heard of a famous hermit named Perley E. Swett? He … [Read More...]

Create Your Will and Estate Plan Before It Is Too Late

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