Eminent domain laws allow the government to procure land that they need for certain projects. For instance, if a freeway is being expanded, they may...
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McFarland PLLC Ranked in the 2022 Edition of “Best Law Firms” for Eminent Domain Law
The publishers of U.S. News & World Report and The Best Lawyers in America have included McFarland PLLC as a “Tier 1” firm in the 2022 “Best Law...
Mark Merrell Speaks On Eminent Domain Law
Last week, partner Mark Merrell presented at HalfMoon Education Inc.'s “Texas Easements, Rights-of-Way, and Eminent Domain” conference. The all-day,...
Will the Texas Central High-Speed Train affect your property?
High-speed railway projects are increasingly popular around the world. In many other countries, high-speed rail projects have already helped rural...
Marie Harlan Recognized As “Ones To Watch” In Eminent Domain And Condemnation Law
"McFarland PLLC condemnation attorney Marie Harlan has again received a 2022 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition for her work in Eminent...
When condemnation affects churches or other nonprofits
A new church or congregation often starts because the previous faith community breaks into several groups or a new minister starts to develop a...
Major I-35E expansion will affect dozens of properties
When the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces plans for changes or expansions to existing highways, most people barely register that...
Your rights if the price offered under eminent domain is too low
The rights of individual property owners are a cornerstone of American capitalism. However, they are less important than the good of the public as a...