Rail-Trail FAQ Guide
Downloadable Guide To Rails-to-Trails Frequently Asked Questions
Here at Stewart, Wald & Smith we have spoken with thousands of clients over the years, and answered many questions about rails-to-trails cases. Check out our resource that answers many of the rails-to-trails frequently asked questions, such as:
- I like recreational trails. Will this negatively impact the trail?
- I do not want a recreational trail next to my property. Can you help me stop the trail?
- How much will I get paid?
- What will this cost me to have you work on my case?
- How long does the process take?
- Can I obtain compensation without filing a suit?
- What happens if I do not bring a claim?
- Is this a class action?
- Where are these cases brought?
- What happens if I sell my property before the lawsuit is completed?
- There is a road between my land and the railroad right of way, how can I have a claim?
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Notable Success Examples
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In Haggart v. United States, our attorneys recovered $177,400,000 on behalf of 254 landowners in King County, Washington, along a 25.45-mile trail.
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In Raulerson v. United States, our attorneys recovered $33,300,000 on behalf of 264 landowners in Beaufort County, South Carolina, along a 25.05-mile trail.
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In Smith v. United States, our attorneys recovered $26,477,000 on behalf of 29 landowners in King County, Washington, along a 25.45-mile trail.
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In Ansley Walk v. United States, our attorneys recovered $18,416,000 on behalf of 5 landowners in Fulton County, Georgia, along a 1-mile trail.
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In Furlong v. United States, our attorneys recovered $14,200,000 on behalf of 272 landowners in Albany, New York, along a 10.94-mile trail.