Eminent Domain

When the government needs private property in Denton, homeowners and renters must move. While property owners often get the spotlight, renters must know their rights when eminent domain claims their rental home.  What is eminent domain for renters?  The government can...

Eminent domain cases can be a shock for property owners. You might face a government entity that wants to take your land for public use. The process often starts with an offer that seems unfairly low. This can leave you feeling frustrated and confused. Let us find out...

A wide range of projects can trigger eminent domain laws. These can include massive infrastructure developments and small-scale community initiatives. But what exactly sparks the government's power to take private property for public use? This blog will outline the...

Eminent domain is a legal principle that enables government bodies to acquire private property for public use. While losing your property this way can be confusing and overwhelming, there is a silver lining. The law guarantees you, the property owner, a "just...

As population and development continue to be on the rise, eminent domain is inevitable. According to the Fifth Amendment, government entities may only take private property for public use if they give just compensation. Aside from the government, the Texas Legislature...

Eminent domain refers to the ability of the government to take private property for public use. For instance, the government may be able to exercise this ability when constructing an interstate, building a hospital or planning a military base. When land is needed for...

Purchasing real estate is a major investment. Most property owners expect to retain control over a property until they decide to sell. However, a tiny portion of property owners in Texas might lose their property due to condemnation. Condemnation is the legal process...

Imagine you have worked hard to create a cozy home. Suddenly, the government swoops in, taking it away for a project that does not truly benefit the public. This is where the need for protection comes in. Protecting property owners against eminent domain is essential...

One of the elements of a valid use of eminent domain is that the condemnor must pay the landowner adequate compensation for taking their property. Generally, displaced landowners incur multiple expenses because of the condemnation. The settlement should cover not only...

The government is responsible for planning where and how to construct infrastructure for the benefit of the public. Sometimes, the optimal locations for these projects cross through private properties. The government could take these pieces of land using eminent...