Tag: government taking private property

There are certain circumstances in which the government can take private land for public use. Although the government is legally and constitutionally required to compensate you if they take your land, the prospect of having to leave your land – whether it is your home or other property you own – may be upsetting and daunting.  You will want to ensure that you fully understand both the condemnation process, as the process of taking eminent domain of private land is called, as well as your rights and the compensation to […]