How can I challenge the amount of compensation I am offered?

In Nebraska, if you are unsatisfied with the amount of compensation you are offered for your property when it is taken under eminent domain law, there are a few steps you can take to challenge the amount. First, you should contact the Nebraska Department of Administrative Services Property Valuation Division and explain your circumstances. The officials at the Property Valuation Division are there to review any legal or factual errors or inaccuracies in the offer. If you still feel that the compensation is inadequate, you can file a petition in district court asking for a complete appraisal of your property and a formal hearing. During this hearing, you may present evidence showing that the compensation amount offered is not fair market value, and the court will review these documents. Finally, if you still feel that the offered amount is unfair, you have the right to appeal the lower court’s decision to the Nebraska Supreme Court. During an appeal, the Supreme Court will review all the evidence and provide a ruling. If you disagree with the final ruling, you may be able to negotiate with the state to reach a more agreeable compensation amount. Ultimately, however, the state has the right to take your property and you will need to accept the compensation they deem fair.

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