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Condemnation Appraisal

by Administrator on Nov 14, 2011 • Litigation / Expert • 2329 Views

Appraisals of real property for condemnation purposes are generally originated by private firms or governmental agencies that have the power to condemn.  Usually the firms or the governmental agencies evaluate a number of appraisal firms based on their experience in the condemnation area since there is specific state and or federal case law that details how an appraisal is to be completed. When an entire property is being taken a eminent domain assignment is simplified since there is no remainder to consider.  Partial takings of real property can become very complex court cases.  I have been involved in taking cases that required the condemning authority, due to their pressing need for a property, to engage prominent scientists, physicians, marketing experts, psychologists and engineers for their opinions / expert opinion testimony.

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