Just Compensation


Definition of "Just compensation"

Miguel Moreno
  Carrington Real Estate Services

Compensation representing the fair market value of a property taken in an eminent domain action. Foe example, Brian received $150,000 for his home which was condemned in an eminent domain procedure to make way for a new highway.


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