Blog Posts in October, 2017 Posted By Allen, Semelsberger & Kaelin LLP 10-Oct-2017 Does Eminent Domain Require Fair Compensation? Historically, sovereign governments have the power and authority to appropriate land within their own borders for whatever purpose that they see fit. The ability to do this is referred to as “ eminent domain ” and is effective nationwide. ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen, Semelsberger & Kaelin LLP 6-Oct-2017 Can a Private Company Use Eminent Domain? Although local, state, and the federal government have the power to use eminent domain, some private companies can be granted this power as well. This power can be used to condemn private property in order to complete certain projects that are ... Continue Reading