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Frequently Asked Questions
In The State of Florida
Eminent Domain / Condemnation
The power of the government to take private property and convert it into public use. The Fifth Amendment provides that the government may only exercise the power of eminent domain if it provides just compensation to the property owner.
Inverse Condemnation
The taking of property by a government agency which so greatly damages the use of a parcel of property that it is the equivalent of condemnation of the entire property. The process of eminent domain was not used and just compensation was not paid.
Property Rights
The Fifth Amendment protects the right to private property, it states a person may not be deprived of property by the government without due process of law, or fair procedures.
In The State of Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
In The State of Florida
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Property Rights in the State of Florida
Where in Florida do you practice?
Everywhere! Alachua County, Baker County, Bay County, Bradford County, Brevard County, Broward County, Calhoun County, Charlotte County,
Citrus County, Clay County, Collier County, Columbia County, De Soto County, Dixie County, Duval County, Escambia County, Flagler County, Franklin County, Gadsden County, Gilchrist County, Glades County, Gulf County, Hamilton County, Hardee County, Hendry County, Hernando County, Highlands County. Hillsborough County, Holmes County, Indian River County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Lafayette County, Lake County, Lee County, Leon County, Levy County, Liberty County, Madison County, Manatee County, Marion County, Martin County, Miami-Dade County, Monroe County, Nassau County, Okaloosa County, Okeechobee County, Orange County, Osceola County, Palm Beach County, Pasco County, Pinellas County, Polk County, Putnam County, St. Johns County, St. Lucie County, Santa Rosa County, Sarasota County, Seminole County, Sumter County, Suwannee County, Taylor County, Union County, Volusia County, Wakulla County, Walton County and Washington County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is eminent domain?
Eminent domain is the government's power to take private land for public use . The power of eminent domain is defined by the "Takings Clause" of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits the federal government from taking private property for public use "without just compensation."
What types of property owners
do you represent?
Our firm represents property owners, including corporations, small business owners and homeowners against the government in condemnation proceedings.
Why should I hire an
eminent domain attorney?
- A lawyer will ensure your receipt of constitutionally guaranteed just compensation.
- All reasonable attorney's fees and costs, are paid by the government at the conclusion of your case.
- A lawyer hires a team of experts, on your behalf, to prepare your case and defend your position.
- A lawyer negotiates with the condemning authority regarding compensation and other items important to a property/business owner.
- A lawyer handles negotiations with other interested parties such as mortgage holders, lienholders and tenants in order to resolve any claims regarding compensation.
- A lawyer handles court proceedings and trial if necessary