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
At Fryer & Hansen, PLLC, our eminent domain lawyers are dedicated to helping property and homeowners stay up-to-date on properly defending their rights when dealing with an eminent domain or inverse condemnation proceeding. We’re here to help make these complex processes less confusing. Let’s discuss the differences between inverse condemnation and eminent domain. Call our... read more
In our last blog post, we discussed five factors that home-, land- and property owners should be aware of when dealing with eminent domain. In this post, we’ll outline a few more things people need to be aware of when city officials visit and present you with an eminent domain notice. Get the compensation you... read more
Highway construction and public buildings popping up across town are nothing new. As most people who live in urban areas will tell you, the sight of construction workers building or laying the groundwork for highways is something everyone becomes accustomed to. What many find to be difficult, however, is becoming accustomed to seeing homes or... read more
We know that the idea of the federal government seizing your property at a whim’s notice seems unfair. While the United States Constitution does give the government the right to take your piece of land as long as it’s in the best interest of the public, it brings up the question, “What rights do homeowners... read more
When faced with an eminent domain notice, what landowners do next is very important to ensure that they get proper compensation. This is a result of the government’s obligation to pay a full market or fair market price for the property. Most property owners facing eminent domain can also include damages such compensation for attorney... read more
Have you ever visited an old neighborhood or home you haven’t been to in several years only to find it replaced by a road, bridge or shopping mall? If you have, then you've witnessed the effects of eminent domain. Backed by the power of the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, this clause states that... read more
Unbeknownst to many homeowners, a city council or state or federal government can deem your piece of land for “public use”. While handling a case of eminent domain might be out of your hands, a clause in the Fifth Amendment of the Constitution, however, limits the government’s right to take homeowner property for public use... read more
In the construction industry, you’ll find yourself in this situation time and time again: signing a contract to work on a project as a contractor or subcontractor. Ideally, these documents are meant to define what the responsibilities are for all parties involved in the project are, obligations to each other, delivery of products or services... read more
Those in the construction business know the excitement that comes with landing a new contract, especially if it’s a great client with an interesting project. It’s easy to sometimes overlook essential clauses and outlines, but a contract will not only protect you, it will also ensure that work gets done. Some clients get very enthusiastic... read more