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Ohio Eminent Domain and Condemnation

At Sever Walker Padgitt, LANDOWNERS are our lawyers' ONLY clients. WE believe that the State of Ohio and Federal constitutions demand that landowners receive just compensation for any property taken through condemnation and/or eminent domain. This belief is more than a mere attitude. This is our core and fundamental belief. It is our attorneys' mission to represent Ohio landowners and ensure that the government or taking authority is held accountable under the Constitution for the true value of any land acquired through the eminent domain process. Our lawyers will never represent a State, municipality, public utility or any other taking authority. Our firm and purpose are built around serving you, the Ohio landowner.

For many individuals visiting this website, this may be the first time you have had the pleasure of hiring an attorney. You likely have a few questions. So let’s get the big ones out of the way. Please keep in mind that no case is the same. The information below is designed to answer big picture legal questions. If you would like to discuss the particulars of your case, then please call or send one of our lawyers an email for a free evaluation.

Illinois Eminent Domain and Condemnation

At Sever Walker Padgitt Law Firm, we work exclusively for LANDOWNERS. WE believe that the State of Illinois and the Constitution demand that property owners receive just compensation for any land taken through condemnation and/or the eminent domain process. This is not a sales pitch. This is our core and fundamental belief. It is our mission to represent Illinois landowners and hold the taking authority accountable under the Constitution for any land acquired through the eminent domain process. We never have and never will represent the State, municipality, utility or any other taking authority. Our firm has made it our goal and principle.

For most people visiting us, this may be your first experience with hiring a lawyer. Naturally, you probably have several questions. Let’s address the major ones. Please bear in mind, however, that every case is different, potentially having many facets and intricate details. The responses provided below are designed to answer general, big picture questions. If you want to discuss your individual case please give one of our lawyers a call or send us an email for a free consultation.

North Carolina Eminent Domain and Condemnation

At Sever Walker Padgitt, we are lawyers work exclusively for LANDOWNERS. Both the State of North Carolina’s laws and the United States Constitution require that landowners receive just compensation in exchange for any land taken through the power of eminent domain. We firmly believe this language isn’t just a statement of puffery, but a right guaranteed to all citizens. This fundamental belief provides the foundation for the way we practice law. It is our mission, as landowner attorneys, to stand up for the rights of North Carolina landowners and ensure the condemning authority taking our clients’ properties upholds its end of the bargain. Our attorneys never represent states, municipalities, utility companies, or any other condemning authorities. Instead, our entire practice is centered around representing and serving you, the North Carolina landowner.

Whether or not this is your first time hiring an attorney to represent you, you probably have some questions. Let’s get the big ones out of the way. Below are some of the most common questions our potential clients have for us, and we’ve done our best to answer them as thoroughly and honestly as possible. However, please remember that every case is different, and you may have some unique questions about your particular situation and condemnation. The responses below are designed to answer general questions about eminent domain, but if you want to discuss the particulars of your case or have additional questions, please give us a call or send us an email for a free consultation.

Understanding Eminent Domain

The following is a brief explanation of laws and rules surrounding the government's right of eminent domain. Although this article provides the basis for understanding some of the concepts surrounding eminent domain and condemnation, it is no substitute for a consultation with an attorney experienced in protecting owner rights. If you should have any questions regarding eminent domain or condemnation please feel free to call or email to arrange a free initial consultation.

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Proposed Eminent Domain Law a Good First Step

State Sen. Doug Eckerty, R-Yorktown, has introduced a bill that could change the landscape for public universities and their use of the power of eminent domain. The proposed bill looks to be a strong move in the right direction in terms of leveling the playing field for landowners involved in the eminent domain process, but it realistically does not go far enough. Senate Bill 54 would require state colleges or universities using eminent domain to acquire property including an operating business to pay the business owner the capitalized value of the estimated future earnings of the business after the date the state educational institution would acquire the property. The payment of future earnings would be in addition to the current requirements that the property owner be paid the fair market value of the property and all improvements as well as any other damages to which he is entitled.