Wilkes v Deaton

Wilkes v Deaton is a legal case involving a dispute over ownership rights to certain land. The court examined whether the boundaries described in the property's deed matched the actual physical boundaries on the ground. The case clarified that when property descriptions are ambiguous or conflicted, courts will consider evidence like original surveys, property use, and intentions of the parties to determine true boundaries. Ultimately, the case underscores the importance of precise property descriptions in deeds and how courts resolve boundary disputes through evidence and intent rather than solely relying on written descriptions.