- Posts by Christopher W. Kramer
PartnerChris Kramer practices in the areas of eminent domain, condemnation and inverse condemnation litigation, real property and right of way acquisition and management. He works with his public agency clients to ensure that the ...
The regulations implementing the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (the Uniform Act or Act) have not been amended since 2005. In 2019, the U.S. Department of Transportation promulgated proposed regulations. After extensive comment, the final rule was passed and circulated on May 3, 2024. It went into effect on June 3, 2024. This article summarizes some of the major changes to the Uniform Act. …
The regulations in 49 CFR Part 24 implementing 42 USC Ch. 61, generally known as the “Uniform Act,” are being updated for the first time since 2005. New regulations are set to take effect on June 3, 2024 (the “Rule”). We will be discussing specific aspects of the new Rule in future posts. Please contact us with any specific questions in the meantime.
In general, the new Rule provides that caps on certain benefits, limits on waiver valuations and conflict of interest have increased. Cost of living adjustment will be allowed to increase maximum waiver and benefit levels over time ...
We are excited to partner with Gallagher & Kennedy once again to host Condemnation Summit XXX on October 27, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ! We have developed another outstanding agenda filled with educational and interactive presentations and plenty of time for networking. Join us to hear from subject matter experts as they discuss timely information on industry topics, including:
- Unusual and forgotten condemnation statutes;
- Condominium terminations;
- Technology in the law;
- Eminent domain jury verdicts; and
- Powerline avian protection.
Arizona Supreme Court Justice William Montgomery ...
We are excited to cohost Condemnation Summit XXIX with Gallagher & Kennedy on May 12, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ! Gallagher & Kennedy’s Jennifer Cranston and I have developed an outstanding agenda filled with educational and interactive presentations and plenty of networking. Subject matter experts will discuss a variety of topics, including:
- Arbitration for Condemnation Practitioners
- Temporary Construction Easements
- Access Issues
- Ethics for Real Estate Professionals and Attorneys
- Public Use Determinations
This all-day program encourages deeper conversations and social ...
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