
The West Firm Blog
Can Eminent Domain Take Your Property Away?
Understand the legal authority of eminent domain, when it can be used to acquire private property, and how property owners can seek fair compensation or challenge the taking.
How to Perform Due Diligence on Commercial Real Estate
Discover how to evaluate commercial property before purchase, including title review, financial analysis, zoning compliance, and environmental assessments.
Can Homeowners Sue Your Company Over Property Values?
If your company’s operations negatively impact local air or water quality, neighboring homeowners may allege a drop in property values—and in certain cases, seek compensation. While compliant businesses generally face fewer claims, documented environmental violations, such as citations or fines, can strengthen homeowners’ claims.
What Are Improvement and Alteration Clauses?
Understand how improvement and alteration clauses define a tenant’s ability to make changes to leased space, including approval requirements and cost responsibilities.
What Is the Importance of a Letter of Intent?
Discover how a letter of intent outlines the key terms of a transaction, clarifies expectations between parties, and helps prevent misunderstandings before a binding agreement is signed.