“The Department of Transportation is widening the road in front of my home.  They say they have the right-of-way, but it looks like they are trespassing on my property. Do I have a remedy?” Here, a landowner may be entitled to just compensation for damage the government caused to their property by bringing an action for inverse condemnation — even… Read More

The federal or state government has certain rights under eminent domain laws to take private property for public use. To do so, the governmental entity or public agency must provide the property owner with “just compensation.” This protection is granted in the U.S. Constitution and is a critical aspect of eminent domain and condemnation cases. If you’re a landowner who… Read More

If the government is seeking to acquire your land for public use, you may have many questions about eminent domain and the land condemnation law process. Eminent domain was established under the “Takings Clause” of the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and allows the government to seize private land for a public benefit. Although you cannot stop the government… Read More

“Hold Out, Hire Us” It took the City four years, multiple appraisal reports, and a court-ordered mediation to pay fair and just compensation, but the result was well worth the wait. Murray Law obtained $1,470,000.00 for U-Haul, in a taking by the City of Charlotte. This settlement was more than a million dollars over the City’s original offer. 

Whether the government is seeking your property for a utility project, to build a road or sidewalk, or to construct a municipal building, eminent domain matters can cause a significant disturbance in your life. Even though the government can exercise its right to take your land, you have rights — and are entitled to just compensation. Critically, eminent domain is… Read More

In North Carolina, the government has the power to seize your property under eminent domain, regardless of whether you wish to sell it — provided that you are justly compensated. However, it’s crucial to be aware that pursuant to the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, one of the requirements of eminent domain is that the property can only be… Read More

If you’re a business owner or property developer in North Carolina, it’s critical to be aware of local municipal zoning laws. These regulations can significantly impact how the property can be used — and the type of business activity that can be conducted on it. While there are a variety of zoning regulations, it’s vital to be aware of the… Read More

Eminent domain is a long-established power by the government that can result in you being forced to sell your land. For instance, if you purchased a property on a piece of land that the government wants to use for a highway, park, or other public purpose, it may seize your land.  While the government may have the right to take… Read More

For the 3rd consecutive year, David has been listed in Best Lawyers in America as one of the top lawyers in America for eminent domain and land condemnation as well as zoning & land use. 

In NCDOT v. SNS Group, the NCDOT took 0.079 acres of land at a convenience store gas station, which included total denial of access. NCDOT’s filed the lawsuit in 2017 and initial deposit was $592,000.  In May 2022, Murray Law obtained a settlement of $1.1 million shortly before trial.