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What If I have a Mortgage?
What if I have a mortgage on the property? Who gets the money? When the state of North Carolina takes part of all of your land in an eminent domain or land condemnation case, they must do three things. First, file a condemnation complaint with the clerk’s office. Second, file a memorandum of action with…
Read MoreIf My Business is Negatively Impacted by the Government’s Eminent Domain Acquisitions Can I be Compensated?
Yes, and no. Eminent domain typically only deals with the taking of real property- which includes land, buildings, permanent structures and improvements, and the access thereto. The law typically does not compensate businesses directly for lost profits, revenues or interruptions of operations. There are exceptions to this, however, so an experienced eminent domain land condemnation…
Read MoreCan I Assume the Government Will Treat Me Fairly Under the Eminent Domain Rules?
No. The government is no different from any other real estate buyer, wanting to obtain property as cheap as possible. The difference in eminent domain is that the government is taking the land from you involuntarily. While the law requires the government or condemning agency to pay you “just compensation” we find in the majority…
Read MoreThe Value of Your Property
How is the value of my land determined in a land condemnation case? The first question most people have when they find out their land is being taken is, “How much money will I be paid?” Well, in an eminent domain land condemnation case, the amount you receive for your land can be determined in…
Read MorePartial Taking vs. Complete Taking in an Eminent Domain Case
What is a partial taking versus a complete taking in a North Carolina Department of Transportation eminent domain case? When the State of North Carolina takes your land by eminent domain, or land condemnation for a public project, you will lose ownership of part or all of that land. In a partial taking, North Carolina…
Read MoreTree Removal Efforts Connected to Riverfront Development Project Impact Local Residents
The North Carolina Land Condemnation and Eminent Domain attorneys at Henson Fuerst have been closely monitoring the progress of the River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project (RADTIP) and its effect on local residents. Recently, construction activity on the River Arts Development project has kicked into high gear, and many local residents are feeling the impact.…
Read MoreIf Your Land is Being Taken by the Government, What Can a Lawyer Do for You?
A lawyer is your only real advocate and protection during a Land Condemnation case. While in most instances we can’t stop the taking from occurring, we can fight to make sure your rights are protected and you receive maximum amount of money for your land under the law. Throughout the process, we do a number…
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