When dealing with real estate, there will always be a chance of disagreements involving a contract due to a variety of reasons. This can lead to timely and costly litigation, which is why it’s extremely important to understand common issues and planning for them to avoid disputes. One of the biggest obstacles one may encounter... read more
The home-buying experience is oftentimes one of the most important journeys you’ll ever be a part of. Chances are, this will be the home where you’ll see your children grow up in. It’s an important process and setting yourself up with leveled expectations of what to expect can ensure a successful transaction. Let’s discuss a... read more
You may have heard stories on the Internet or through friends about that one person investing in real estate who instantly became a millionaire. We all have. Yet, as with any investment, understanding the landscape is extremely important to avoid throwing your savings away. Everything from having good credit to being able to handle the... read more
Project SH 68 is a highway-mainline project currently underway in Hidalgo County that’s sure to affect plenty of Valley residents. Eminent domain is a legal clause that will most likely come up during the project’s enforcement and is a topic that very few Texas citizens are familiar with, let alone know how it’s enforced within... read more
One of the biggest misconceptions that many people have when it comes to their property involves the issue of ownership. Although most who purchase land remain an owner for life or until they sell it, there are other instances where the government (local, federal or state) or other party may find it useful for public... read more
Eminent domain has been part of our nation’s fabric for decades. The power to take land for the use of government projects is allowed by the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. It states that no person will be deprived of “life, liberty or property without due process of the law; nor shall private property... read more
In our previous blog post, we discussed a few of the details that homeowners should be aware of when negotiating with a government entity or other party regarding their eminent domain case. In this piece, we’ll be going over a few more suggestions that can help you secure the monetary value of what your land... read more
There are many details that a homeowner should be aware of when negotiating with the government or other entity on an eminent domain case. We know the details can seem overwhelming and daunting, but being well informed and having the right representation by your side can help you walk away from negotiations with the right... read more
Dealing with an eminent domain notice can be tricky and overwhelming, especially in the way they’re presented and handled. As we’ve learned, eminent domain notices revolve around some type of property or home ownership such as real estate, intangible properties and personal properties. Our eminent domain attorneys can help navigate the murky waters of one... read more
Eminent domain is the power of the government to take a person’s piece of land or property for a public purpose. This power can be exercised by state, federal or local governments and by private companies who are looking to build railroads, for example. Usually, some of the most common reasons properties are taken through... read more