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Texas Inverse Condemnation
Government entities use the power of eminent domain to condemn private property for a public use. Taking private land requires the government to pay landowners just and adequate compensation. When the government fails to do so, the law allows the injured property...
The Whistler Pipeline Project, Texas
The Permian Basin is a vast and resource rich area that accounts for a significant portion of U.S. oil and gas output. With the region’s production set to double by 2025, oil and gas companies are scrambling to build supporting infrastructure throughout Texas,...
Red Oak Pipeline & Future Condemnation Proceedings in Texas
Texas landowners are all too familiar with large oil pipeline projects. These projects, while great for oil and gas companies, often negatively impact both the environment and local communities. Texas condemnation law allows oil companies and governmental entities to...
Everything You Need to Know About Just Compensation in Eminent Domain Cases
When the government (or any other condemning authority) takes your land for a public use, it is Constitutionally required to pay you just compensation. The U.S. Constitution, however, does not set forth the method or formula for determining eminent domain property...
What are the Pipeline Easement Rates in Texas?
By: Alejandro L. Padua, Attorney Head of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Practice Padua Law Firm, PLLC If a pipeline company has contacted you about installing and operating a pipeline across your property, there are many factors to consider before negotiating and...
Notice of Condemnation
What is a Notice of Condemnation? A Notice of Condemnation is a formal written notice from the federal government, or state or local government, advising the property owner that it intends to acquire the property through the power of eminent domain. Think of the...
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Who Owns the Mineral Rights on Your Property? [SURFACE RIGHTS VS. MINERAL RIGHTS]
Landowners in mineral rich states like Texas are often forced to consider the question: “Who owns the mineral rights to my property?” Unfortunately for landowners, the answer to this question is not as straight-forward as one may think. In this article we explore what...
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Can the Government take Your Property? [What you need to know]
Condemnation, in simplest terms, is the acquisition of private property by a certain public or private entity for public use. If you, as a landowner, are facing condemnation of your property, this concept may seem unjust and burdensome. It may even seem like, for...
How to Fight Eminent Domain
Both the economy and population in the State of Texas are booming. New homes and businesses require improved infrastructure. Development and infrastructure improvements require land. Unfortunately for property owners in Texas, that may include your land. Many...
Padua Law Firm Water Diversion Lawsuit Against Negligent Developer and Construction Companies
HOUSTON — A Baytown couple is suing a construction company, alleging that water was negligently diverted onto their property and caused immense damages. Heather Gantt and Daniel Gantt filed a complaint March 26 in Harris County District Court against SER Construction...