Eminent domain is the process by which the government can lawfully take property from private landowners. This is also called condemnation. It generally happens when the government needs to use the land in question for some type of public work, such as building a...
One of the most common criticisms people have about renewable energy is how unpredictable it can be. The sun only shines for part of the day, and even in West Texas, the wind generally only blows about a quarter of the time. Therefore, relying on electricity generated...
Texas state law allows for the non-consensual acquisition of property in a handful of circumstances. Condemnation is the legal process through which state authorities and those managing projects intended for public benefit can complete eminent domain sales with...
Climate change provided the proverbial fuel that resulted in the record production of renewable energy, including solar. With that growth comes countless companies scrambling to secure land rights, including those that no longer or never produced oil and gasoline....
When using eminent domain laws, the government has the ability to take property from landowners. This property can then be used in certain ways, generally for projects that are of a benefit to the public. In other words, government officials cannot take property to...
Allowing an oil or gas company on your property and giving them the right to extract natural resources therein can be intimidating but also lucrative for property owners. To protect their interests, these individuals must fully understand the agreements they're...
If you are a landowner or energy company in Texas, you have likely heard of a title opinion. And if you haven't, there's a good chance you'll need one in the future. But what is a title opinion? And what purpose does it serve? To shed some light on these questions,...
Property rights have extensive statutory protection at both the federal and state levels. As a result, those who invest in land or real property either as a residence or an investment, typically trust that they will have control over that property as long as they pay...
Ranch or farm land sometimes needs to sit fallow to allow the soil to rest. Both nutrient depletion and pests may cause downturns in agricultural production or a specific farm or ranch operation. Therefore, those trying to make a living off the land in Texas are often...
Texas has been an oil and gas state for decades. One of the reasons the economy in the Lone Star State is so strong is the establishment of numerous oil and gas operations, ranging from extraction operations at wells installed around the state to refining facilities...