Landowners Fight Protective Dunes
“Many of the homeowners who are holding out have two main issues: They want financial compensation, and they don’t want to lose their ocean views. The dunes could be 18 feet tall or higher. Some…
Jury awards Dedeaux Utility $8.1 million plus interest
“A jury on Friday awarded Dedeaux Utility Co. $8,063,981 plus interest, possibly ending a dispute that has been ongoing since Gulfport seized the utility by eminent domain as part of the 1994 annexation of Orange…
It’s government vs. government in Irving eminent domain case
“Most eminent domain lawsuits boil down to David vs. Goliath: the little guy trying to save his house or business from big government bulldozers. Irving ISD is finding out what happens when an even bigger…
County officials close eminent domain hearing, landowner looks to appeal
“The two landowners who will be most directly affected by the proposed eminent domain proceedings at the Watertown International Airport expressed outrage over the measure during a public hearing Thursday night at the airport. The…
Eminent domain decision on Lakeshore Drive land delayed
“A long-delayed decision on whether a former Lakeshore Drive property owner received just compensation following the city of Canandaigua’s 2009 decision to use eminent domain to acquire his land has once again been pushed back….
Longmont must put up $6.3M for Dillard’s store
“A court-appointed commission has ruled the Longmont Urban Renewal Authority can take control of the Dillard’s store at Twin Peaks Mall, but it will have to put up $6.3 million first, the Longmont Times-Call reports.”…
Dillard’s ‘price’ case starts Wednesday
“Attorneys can use three common real estate appraisal techniques to make their cases about what the preliminary price should be for the Longmont Dillard’s department store, based on a ruling from Boulder District Court Judge…
Oklahoma court says Jenks district owes couple $3.1 million for school expansion
“An Oklahoma appeals court says a jury was correct to award two landowners $3.1 million for 12.7 acres of undeveloped land acquired for a school expansion. District Judge Mary Fitzgerald had said the Jenks School…
Judge rules Plains Southcap eminent domain application OK but reserves ultimate judgment
“Plains Southcap — regardless of whether it’s a partnership or a corporation — has the right to file a legal action to take land owned by the local water utility, a judge ruled Tuesday. Now,…
Millcreek’s legal fees mount in flooding fight
“The flooding dispute between Millcreek Township and one of its wealthiest residents features a torrent of rising legal fees. Since 2005, the township has paid its lawyers $1,014,470 to handle a series of legal cases…