Christian Torgrimson and Erika Love co-authored an article about condemnation laws, procedures, and unique concepts in the American Law Institute's The Practical Real Estate Lawyer.

"Eminent domain is the constitutional power conferred upon federal and state governments to take or acquire private property without the owner’s consent for public projects, most commonly for local, state, or utility infrastructure," Christian and Erika wrote along with two other co-authors. "Eminent domain authority is delegated by constitutional amendments and enacting legislation to specific entities, such as state departments of transportation, cities, counties, schools, utilities, railroads, or housing development authorities."

"The term 'condemnation,' often used interchangeably with eminent domain, is the formal exercise of or procedure to carry out the power of eminent domain and transfer title from the private property owner to the government," they continued.

To read the full article, click here: Laying the Groundwork for Condemnation Appraisals 

The Practical Real Estate Lawyer is published by the American Law Institute (ALI) and provides regular updates on real estate law.