Eminent Domain Condemnation Law
The Role of a Condemnation Attorney: What You Should Expect
Receiving notice that the government intends to take your property can be one of the most unsettling moments in a person’s life. Whether it’s for a road expansion, a new utility line, or another public project, you suddenly find yourself facing powerful agencies backed by lawyers, engineers, and appraisers all working to move forward quickly…
Read MoreWhat Happens If the Government Offers Less Than Fair Market Value?
When the government decides to take your land for a public project such as a new highway, utility line, or facility, they’re required by law to pay you “just compensation.” In theory, that means fair market value for the property they take. In reality, many landowners in Western North Carolina open that first letter and…
Read MoreCondemnation Law Affecting Asheville Citizens
Growth and expansion are inevitable here in Asheville, North Carolina. A vibrant community, a thriving beer industry, and the Blue Ridge Parkway to explore brings people from all over the state and surrounding areas to this beautiful mountain town. Because of this increase in popularity, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has proposed the…
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