Jennifer Polovetsky

Jennifer Polovetsky

September 06, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Is Judicial Deference to Government Agency Decisions in Eminent Domain Cases at Risk?

"What does 'Chevron' being overruled mean with respect to the courts deferring to a government agency's determination that an eminent domain property acquisition qualifies as a 'public use'?" writes Jennifer Polovetsky of Duane Morris.

By Jennifer Polovetsky

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June 21, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Right of Utilities To Acquire Real Property via Eminent Domain in New York

It is a little-known fact that, in New York, electric and gas corporations may acquire property via eminent domain if said property is necessary for its corporate purposes. Eminent domain is an awesome power that is usually reserved for the government. However, New York state has long granted this same eminent domain power to utilities as well.

By Jennifer Polovetsky

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