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When facing eminent domain proceedings for the first time, property owners often have numerous questions about how the process is going to work. One of the most common is simply how long it will take before everything is resolved. There is no one-size-fits-all answer....
Learning that the government wants to take your private property is disheartening, but it’s not something that you have to simply accept. Instead, you can review what they’re proposing in their offer and determine your steps. If you’re presented with this, you should...
There are numerous common reasons that real estate closings fall apart at the last minute. Typically, buyers have an obligation to follow through with their offers and purchase real property unless certain circumstances justify canceling a closing. Even then, there...
State agencies and businesses managing public projects may invoke eminent domain. The authority given under this law allows for the forced sale of real property, possibly through condemnation proceedings, during projects intended for public benefit. When people who...
Requests for specific materials or finishes are common inclusions in construction contracts. People remodeling their kitchens and businesses expanding retail facilities want to achieve a certain aesthetic. Independent construction professionals and executives...
Numerous property inspections typically occur before a real estate closing. Buyers usually look over listing photographs or online tour materials before scheduling a showing or attending an open house. They look carefully at the property’s condition while viewing it...
Business litigation often stems from disputes between two different business entities, but it is also possible for it to be an internal problem. This is common with business partnerships. Business partners often run into disputes that may not be able to be resolved...
Whether you own a small home, a commercial property or a large tract of land, the idea that the government could take your property for public use can be unsettling. While the law allows property acquisition for projects deemed to serve public interests, such as...
Scope creep is a common problem for many construction projects. Scope creep refers to changes to a construction project’s original plans. Construction projects are often altered; however, scope creep often leads to delays, budget adjustments and approval issues. It...