Talbot v. Ward

JUDGES: Hon. Carol Ann Robb, Hon. Gene Donofrio, Hon. Cheryl L. Waite

OPINION

ROBB, P.J.

{¶ 1} Intervenors-Appellants Katherine Haselberger, Charlotte McCoy and John L. Christman appeal the decision of Monroe County Common Pleas Court granting summary judgment for Plaintiffs-Appellees Ronald and Candace Talbot. This case involves the 1989 and 2006 versions of the Ohio Dormant Mineral Act (DMA) and interpretation of deeds transferring oil and gas royalty, bonus, and rental interests. Appellees are the surface owners and Appellants claim to be the holders of the oil and gas royalty, bonus, and…