Pennsylvania’s Eminent Domain Code, 26 Pa.C.S.A. § 101, et seq., (“the Code”) codifies one of the most extraordinary and ominous powers of government––the right to condemn or, more simply, “take” private property by filing a declaration of taking under the Code, which results in immediate transfer of legal title to the property to the government. Listen in to hear more.
Jim McErlane is a Senior Partner in the Law Firm of Lamb McErlane P.C., West Chester, PA. He is one of the founding members of the firm which organized on January 1, 1971. His practice has concentrated in the area of general business, finance, real estate, municipal and governmental regulations. jmcerlane@lambmcerlane.com. 610-701-4404.
Jim Sargent is a Partner and Co-Chairman of Lamb McErlane’s Appellate Advocacy Group and Litigation Department. Jim represents small businesses, as well as major national and multinational manufacturers in litigation and appeals. His practice includes commercial contracts, real estate and banking law, construction litigation, municipal law, restrictive covenants, employment contracts, as well as condemnation matters. Jim also offers mediation services in commercial/construction/business ownership disputes. jsargent@lambmcerlane.com. 610-701-4417.
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