Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

Have a good attorney 1) send a letter notifying them you have an easement and demanding they remove or else you will sue them, 2) if no prompt response file a property lawsuit seeking declaratory and or injunctive relief as needed 3) after filing, seek temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction. I have a feeling they might remove it with the right attorney demand letter. The statute of limitations varies.

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I would demand in writing that your neighbor restore the property as it was to protect your easement. I'd give 30 days for a response. If your neighbor refuses, litigation may be an option. However, make every attempt to accomplish without incurring excess costs and upsetting neighbor. The Statute of Limitations could vary depending on additional facts. Please call if you need an assist. 951-847-0154.

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It is better to act upon the problem ASAP but since it is a continuing trespass the statute of limitations should not start until the fence is removed [although what damages you can collect is effected by the statute.

An advantage to asking for declaratory relief alone is that your case would be entitled to an expedited trial date. A disadvantage is that you probably wouldn't be entitled to damages, but that may not be what you're after.

"Declaratory relief" is a cause of action (type of lawsuit demand) in which the plaintiff asks the court to declare the parties' rights under a law, contract, deed, or other disputed instrument or set of facts. It involves a trial without jury, and may be the most suitable thing to go for if you have to go to court.

Have a real-estate lawyer review the documents or facts upon which you base your right to an easement (sure sounds like you have one), then write a demand letter. That should work. If the neighbor doesn't remove the fence, file and serve the suit to show you mean business, but remain prepared to negotiate an out-of-court settlement (in writing).