Comprehensive mining law case volume from 1885 A reference work that collects important decisions on the law of mines, organized alphabetically by subject with notes and references. This edition compiles the kinds of disputes you’ll see in real cases, from leases and covenants to riparian rights and surface support, helping you understand how judges analyze mine-related issues.
The book brings together a broad range of topics that affect mining property, leases, royalty arrangements, and property rights. It’s designed for quick lookup, with case summaries and cross-references to improve navigation through complex mine law questions.
- Key doctrines on leases, covenants, and royalty terms in mining contexts
- Principles governing riparian rights, surface support, and subsidence issues
- Guidance on set-offs, specific performance, statute interpretations, and limitations
- Alphabetical indexing with notes and references to aid cross‑citation
Ideal for researchers, lawyers, and students needing authoritative, historical coverage of mining law decisions from a trusted, comprehensive reference.