Eminent domain in California is a means by which the government takes over property. Despite its necessity in some cases, eminent domain often comes with opposition. A case in Monterey highlights how this process works. The eminent domain case in Monterey Monterey...
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Year: 2023
What is defamation per se?
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How to deal with anticipatory breach of contract in California
All parties must meet contract obligations for a business to operate successfully in California. It is what's right under the law. However, some individuals or entities may fail to fulfill their contractual obligations. But before they do it, you'll notice signs of...
How to stop corporate officers from harming the company
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What can California property owners do about eminent domain?
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Options to resolve property boundary disputes
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Partnership disagreements and business litigation
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Mediation is an excellent way to resolve land-use conflicts
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Eminent domain and utility projects
Utility companies have to wade through a web of legal protections and bureaucratic red tape before they are able to build lines and facilities in California. This work has only gotten more tedious in recent years. One previously accepted concept, eminent domain, has...
Eminent domain as it related to sports teams
Eminent domain is a legal concept that grants governments the authority to seize private property for public use, provided fair compensation is given to the property owner. Though typically associated with infrastructure development or urban renewal, this...