Atlanta FERC And Natural Gas Act Litigation
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) possesses a formidable power: the ability to grant private energy companies the authority to seize your land under the Natural Gas Act. These federal condemnation proceedings move with clinical efficiency, often forcing property sales that can devastate local business operations and devalue commercial holdings.
At Koenig Law Group, P.C., we are uniquely positioned to challenge these federal takings. Attorney George Koenig leverages decades of experience to navigate the intersection of federal energy law and private property rights. We help Atlanta businesses fight to preserve their land, challenge the scope of the taking and aggressively pursue the maximum compensation allowed under federal and state law.
Defending Your Rights Under the Natural Gas Act
A FERC Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity is more than a permit. It is a powerful eminent domain weapon. Once issued, it grants a pipeline company the federal authority to condemn land for the construction, operation or decommissioning of interstate natural gas facilities.
These federal claims often target strategic land parcels, and the timeline for response is notoriously short. We provide the sophisticated litigation support necessary to counter these claims. From challenging the necessity of the taking to ensuring that “just compensation” accounts for the true long-term impact on your business, we bridge the gap between complex federal regulations and your organization’s financial security.
Challenging Claims Of Public Need
Businesses and other property owners can challenge FERC certificates related to Natural Gas Act condemnation. Typically, large pipeline projects managed by FERC are the result of market need and therefore offer public benefit.
When a pipeline project threatens your property, you don’t have to accept the government’s claims at face value. We help businesses proactively challenge the necessity of these federal takings, leveraging our deep understanding of the Natural Gas Act to expose weaknesses in the project’s alleged public benefit.
What Is The Federal Court Condemnation Process In Georgia?
Once FERC files the necessary paperwork, the agency must serve the affected property owners and businesses with notice. Companies have 21 days to respond, possibly by questioning public benefit assertions or the amount of just compensation offered.
Going through pipeline condemnation federal court cases in Georgia may be necessary if property owners do not reach an agreement with FERC or the condemning authority. Federal courts often grant immediate possession for pipeline projects unless property owners respond assertively.
Seeking Compensation For Pipeline-Related Losses
A pipeline can reduce property value or interfere with business operations. Businesses may be eligible for pipeline easement compensation in Georgia if a natural gas pipeline impacts the company. If the condemnation results in the loss of part of a parcel, the company could pursue severance damages in pipeline-related litigation.
Experienced Help For Pipeline And FERC Litigation
Atlanta businesses at risk of condemnation for pipeline projects need support. Koenig Law Group can help review the project, counter low offers and pursue just compensation. Call 678-392-4558 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation with an experienced attorney.