Montana Court Backs Surface Owners: top court says dinosaur fossils aren’t minerals; ruling sets key precedent
Mary Ann and Lige Murray bought a ranch in Montana and discovered valuable dinosaur fossils. These fossils included a nearly complete Tyrannosaurus rex and the well-known "Duelling Dinosaurs". The Murrays faced ownership disputes with previous owners over mineral rights, leading to legal battles. A Montana Supreme Court ruling ultimately stated…
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