Eminent Domain & Condemnation Attorneys – Delaware
No landowner wishes for their land to be condemned, but in some circumstances, it can be unavoidable. Though the process of eminent domain is often intimidating, having the right attorney by your side can make all the difference.
Sever Walker Padgitt offers its experience for landowners facing eminent domain in Delaware. We hold condemnors accountable at all levels, including state, local, utility, and federal groups.
What Is Eminent Domain Law In Delaware?
Delaware law defines eminent domain as the right of the government or certain private groups to seize privately owned land and use it for a public project. This means landowners may have their property taken on short notice for the purpose of making a highway, public building, pipeline, or for numerous other reasons.
Receiving an eminent domain notice can be overwhelming, but landowners need to keep calm but take action quickly. Though the notice may seem sudden to the landowner, the condemnor may have planned the seizure for months or even years.
Here’s what to do if you are facing eminent domain in Delaware:
Find an experienced eminent domain attorney in Delaware
A skilled eminent domain attorney is the most important person to have by your side as you go through the process of eminent domain. They will be an essential resource, sounding board, and advisor throughout the journey, fighting for your rights when no one else will.
Understand your rights
It may feel like the condemnor is all-powerful, but landowners have rights in the process of eminent domain, too. Those rights will be explained by your attorney, who knows how to use them to your advantage.
Allow your lawyer to negotiate on your behalf
It may be tempting to negotiate with the condemnor on your own, but you’ll have a better chance of favorable results if you allow your experienced attorney to negotiate for you.
Case Results
State: Indiana (Marion County)
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $46,160
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$2,400,000
State: Indiana (Johnson County)
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $301,200
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$3,800,000
State: Indiana (Vigo County)
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $1,186,000
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$4,475,000
State: Indiana (Hamilton County)
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $79,200
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$3,000,000
State: Georgia (Union County)
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $454,250
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$1,500,000
State: Illinois, Sangamon County
Case Type: Road projects
Initial Offer: $125,600
Sever Walker Padgitt Result:
$1,191,950
Frequently Asked Questions
Eminent Domain Projects In Delaware
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How Sever Walker Padgitt Can Help You
Sever Walker Padgitt is a team of expert lawyers committed to protecting the rights of landowners in Delaware. If your commercial building, farm, or residential property is being taken, we can fight for your rights and ensure justice is served.
Contact Us
Before you go up against Illinois alone, let us give you our opinion. We pledge to provide a free case review for any individual or business facing eminent domain or condemnation. Contact us now at 888-318-3761.
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