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From Meredith to Laconia and across the Lakes Region, local businesses welcome steady foot traffic year-round. With that comes responsibility. Property owners can be held liable when someone is injured on their premises, even if they didn’t directly cause the hazard. A proactive approach to safety is not just good […]
Celebrating Growth and Leadership as the Firm Nears its 100th Anniversary Wescott Law, a full-service law firm with offices in Laconia, Meredith and Plymouth, is pleased to announce that Kyle Amell has been named Partner at the firm. Amell joined Wescott Law in 2021 and practices primarily in civil litigation […]
With voice recorders, smartphones, video conferencing platforms, and even doorbell cameras capable of capturing audio, it’s easier than ever to record a conversation, sometimes without others knowing. In New Hampshire, doing so without consent could land you in legal trouble. New Hampshire is an “all-party consent” state, meaning it’s illegal […]
New Hampshire’s timber trespass laws are designed to protect landowners from unauthorized tree cutting, whether due to intentional actions or misunderstandings about property boundaries. Understanding these laws is crucial for both property owners and those involved in timber harvesting. What Constitutes Timber Trespass? Timber trespass occurs when an individual negligently […]
Before putting on your flannels and gathering around the campfire, ensure you’re doing it safely and legally. According to the National Park Service, nearly 85 percent of wildfires are caused by humans. Follow these steps to ensure that you and your guests stay safe around open flames. Check with […]
Installing outdoor security cameras is a common practice for residential and commercial property owners. While security cameras may serve as a deterrent to crime and provide footage for investigations, their use also raises significant legal considerations. In New Hampshire, legal considerations regarding video surveillance recordings primarily focus on two key […]
Snow sports are a thrilling attraction for millions of people every year, and New Hampshire’s ski resorts bring scores of visitors to our region. There are inherent risks involved in snow sports that can lead to injury. It’s important to understand these risks and how liability for injuries may occur. […]
Summertime in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region is the perfect time and place to hold backyard parties and to kick back and relax, but hosting a summer party comes with responsibilities beyond chips and dip. Here’s what you need to know: In New Hampshire, party hosts are legally obligated to ensure […]
Quiet Title actions allow property owners to request that the Court clarify boundary line disputes and other ownership questions. While boundary disputes related to errors in deed (or “title”) histories are common, you may be surprised to learn that there are ways in which a person can gain ownership of […]
These days, “tree thieves” are rarely sneaking onto private property with the express purpose of destroying or stealing lumber. However, New Hampshire’s timber trespass laws are still regularly applied by law enforcement officers and private litigants. This is because neighbors and tree service companies often misjudge property lines and cut […]