Civil Rights
Dec. 4, 2024
Eminent domain, racial bias, and a look at the call for reparations
The power of eminent domain has historically had a disparate impact on Black Americans and other minority groups. However, the discussion surrounding reparations has been a divisive topic, and it remains unclear whether the government will compensate Black Californians.
K. Chike Odiwe
Civil Rights Attorney Law Offices of Kenneth Chike Odiwe, PC
2880 Zanker Road, Ste 203
San Jose , CA 95134
Fax: (669) 315-4431
The government's power of eminent domain has had a historically disparate impact on Black Americans and other minority groups.
The Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution gives the government the incredible power to take private property for public use if the owner is compensated. Property owners are entitled to compensation for the taking, which may include the fair market value of the land, improvements, business losses...
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