quiet title suit

quiet title suit definition - business

quiet title suit

Legal action to validate the title to property. Quiet title actions generally occur when a question exists about ownership of a particular piece of real estate. A court decision favoring the plaintiff of the suit will allow a filing for a valid title.

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