Tag: Dormant Mineral Act

Ohio Court Ruling Clarifies Rights Under the Dormant Mineral Act and Enforces Champerty Doctrine in Cardinal Minerals, LLC v. Miller

Jun 12, 2024

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in Mineral Rights, Ohio

In a significant ruling for mineral rights and property law in Ohio, the Seventh District Court of Appeals rendered a decision in Cardinal Minerals, LLC v. Miller, 2024-Ohio-2133, that underscores the complexity of the Dormant Mineral Act (DMA) and the limitations placed on entities attempting to revive long-abandoned mineral interests. This case provides critical insights…