"Eminent domain is a power vested in federal, state, and local governments, as well as certain utilities, to take private property for public use," says attorney Eric Teusink. "It is typically used to acquire land for public projects such as highways, government buildings, utilities, or other public infrastructure." This illustrates the legal justifications for property seizure, emphasizing the balance between public needs and private rights.
"In New York, the definition of public use has been broadly defined to encompass not only the traditional ideas of public use such as building roads, schools, and infrastructure, but also to alleviate urban blight," says attorney Jennifer Polovetsky. This indicates the varying interpretations of public use can lead to more extensive applications of eminent domain in practice.
"Fighting back against eminent domain is a challenging journey ahead" suggests the complexities and difficulties property owners face when challenging government actions. The historical context of cases such as Kelo v. New London illustrates the contentious nature of defining public use.
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