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Understanding Eminent Domain: How the Fifth Amendment Protects Your Property Rights

Sep 24, 2023

The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution ensures that property owners are protected fro...

How Are Communities Selected for Eminent Domain Projects?

Sep 23, 2023

Eminent domain is the ability of the government to acquire private property for public use. A typica...

Private vs. Public Takings: Understanding the Distinctions

Sep 22, 2023

Eminent domain is a legal concept that allows the government to acquire private property for public ...

Partial Taking: Exploring Eminent Domain’s Subcategory

Sep 21, 2023

When a government agency such as the Department of Transportation proposes a project for public use ...

How Is Fair Compensation Determined in Eminent Domain Cases?

Sep 20, 2023

The right to receive fair compensation in an eminent domain case is a constitutional right given to ...

What Happens if I Refuse to Sell My Property Through Eminent Domain?

Sep 19, 2023

Being told that the government will take some or all of your land for a public use project can be a ...

What Is Relocation Assistance and Who Qualifies for It?

Sep 18, 2023

One of the many unfortunate consequences of having your property taken under eminent domain rules is...

Eminent Domain vs. Inverse Condemnation: Key Differences Explained

Sep 17, 2023

If you are a property owner, it is not unlikely that one day the government could knock on your door...

How Will an Appraiser Value My Property in an Eminent Domain Case?

Sep 16, 2023

Eminent domain laws can be complicated and have many gray areas that make it hard to know whether yo...