Problem
Read the article: Landowner successfully fights eminent domain abuse
After reading the, provide a summary of what happened in this article.
a) Why do you believe that the pipeline company felt that they could capture the land for so little money?
b) Do you agree with the decision that the appellate court made in requiring comparable sales to be considered in the negotiation? Explain in detail why you agree or disagree.
c) What could be the negative impact to the public at large of a company having to pay so much more for the property? Explain in detail.
d) What is the reasoning for the Hlavinka's requesting more money than what was initially offered?
e) What do you believe the founding fathers would think of using eminent domain to attempt purchase property for a minimal price?