Updated June 16, 2026 Pennsylvania landowners are often asked to sign documents called Damage Releases, Settlement Agreements, Release Agreements, Waivers, or similar forms after oil and gas activity affects their property. The document may be presented after damage occurs. It may also be presented before work begins, as part of a Well Pad Agreement, Roadway… Read more »
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Can a Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Lease Expire? What Landowners Need to Know About “Held by Production” Claims
When a Pennsylvania landowner signs an oil and gas lease, the lease usually includes a primary term and a secondary term. The primary term is the initial period during which the gas company has the right to explore, drill, pool, unitize, or otherwise take action to preserve the lease. The secondary term is the period… Read more »
Why Many Pennsylvania Landowners Receive Lower Gas Royalty Payments Than Expected
For many Pennsylvania landowners, the first royalty check from a natural gas well is a moment of anticipation. After signing a lease—often years earlier—landowners expect to finally see meaningful financial returns from the development of their property. However, a common experience across the Commonwealth is disappointment. Many landowners find that their royalty payments are significantly… Read more »
