California is a land ripe with many natural resources which result in some of its land being leased out for the sole purpose of harvesting these resources. Some land may be leased from private individuals or corporations while other land may involve leases with the...
If someone has approached you with a lease offer for the minerals or the oil on your California land, it is not unreasonable to think the person who is talking with you represents a company that excavates minerals or other natural resources. Sometimes this is the...
The advantage of having a contract service provider
The oil and gas industry in California are booming and is highly competitive. Interested natural gas investors are constantly scouring the industry for opportunities to capitalize on potential discovery opportunities. Investors who intend to be successful and remain...
Understanding why the drop in gas prices is bittersweet
For many people in California, a decline in the amount they have to pay for gas prices is a welcomed site. People often still discuss how foreign it seems to pay less than $1 for a gallon of gas, but everyone agrees that those days have long since passed. However,...
A look at what your assets may be in the oil and gas industry
When you are first starting in the oil and gas industry, chances are you will encounter many learning curves as you gain experience in buying and selling your assets. At Ehrlich Pledger Law, LLP, we have helped many people in California to protect their assets...
Authority scope of the DOGGR
While states like North Dakota may have received a lot of attention in recent years when it comes to domestic oil production, the fact remains that the state of California continues to be a major player in this market. If you are involved in this industry, you will...
What factors should you look for in a gas lease?
If you plan to lease your land for the purpose of oil extraction in California, there are several heavy considerations you must make before signing on the dotted line. Your contract with the oil and gas company should address those considerations. Though every case is...
How is the value of mineral rights determined?
Ideally, the agreement between a mineral rights owner in California and an oil and gas company to drill a well should be a mutually beneficial arrangement. The oil company has the equipment and expertise necessary to reap the bounty of your estate, and you get a...
The consequences of an oil and gas dispute
We have focused on many aspects of oil and gas disputes on this blog, such as some of the reasons why business owners find themselves in the middle of a disagreement. As the owner of an oil and gas company, you should also think of the potential consequences...
What are surface owner rights?
If you own a piece of land in Texas and someone wants to drill for oil on your land, you may get excited about the potential income that may bring. However, before you get too excited, you need to know the rights you have to the property. In some cases, you may only...