Lessons from 'nail house'

With the demolition of the famous "nail house" in Chongqing and acceptable compensation for its owners, the door closed on a landmark case for the protection of individual property rights.

The case tested the issue of relocation compensation in disputes caused by real estate development. The "nail house" became a national symbol as media efforts zeroed in on the struggle for justice.

After more than two years of confrontation between the owners of the house and real estate developers, the two sides reached an agreement moderated by the local court.