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		Danville Indiana Lawyer Confidence, compassion, attentiveness - three qualities that you need to find when you are searching for a trial lawyer.  Three qualities that you will find at our Danville Indiana Office. Experience breeds confidence. Danville Indiana Lawyers - Bill Harrington and Betty Harrington have over twenty years of combined trial experience. They know that the process of trial by jury is full of potential pitfalls. It’s not a journey that you want to take with a rookie. Make sure that the trial lawyer you hire to litigate your case has been there before. Danville Indiana Lawyers Bill Harrington and Betty Harrington have been there.   Your case is not just another case. Your case matters. You need a trial lawyer who cares. You need a trial lawyer who will listen to your concerns and focus on achieving your goals. Danville Indiana Lawyers Bill Harrington and Betty Harrington became trial lawyers because they enjoy building relationships with individuals and helping them through the litigation process. In a world that is becoming less and less personal, you deserve a trial lawyer that will give your case personal attention. In many larger law firms, your case will be shuffled around and handled by a lawyer or other professional who you have not met. At  Harrington Law, P.C., one of two trial lawyers will handle your case. If you need to reach Danville Indiana Lawyers Bill Harrington or Betty Harrington e-mail them or give them a call. They will contact you personally. That’s the attention you and your case deserve.   The Office of Harrington Law, P.C., 105 North Washington Street Danville, Indiana 46122 877-745-1300 Danville Indiana Lawyers
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Contract, Insurance, Construction, and General Litigation

Contracts  Insurance   Construction  General Litigation

Contracts. The cautious person reduces all of their agreements to writing. If you need help drafting a contract or resolving a dispute involving an existing contract, contact the experienced Danville Indiana lawyers at Harrington Law, P.C.A reasonable investment of expense now (to draft a contract) may save you thousands of dollars later.

Insurance. You have paid your premiums. You file a claim. Your insurance carrier denies coverage. Now, you need an experienced lawyer to evaluate the insurance policy and determine whether there is coverage. If there is coverage, you also need a lawyer to force the insurance company to uphold its contractual obligation. You need the Danville Indiana law office of Harrington Law, P.C.Have you been in an auto accident caused by an uninsured or an underinsured driver? Do you need help causing the insurance to honor the underinsured or uninsured coverage provision of your policy? Call the Danville Indiana law office of Harrington Law, P.C. Construction. The dream of building a new home or remodeling an existing home all too often results in conflict. The Danville Indiana law office of Harrington Law, P.C.is experienced in guiding homeowners, builders, subcontractors, and suppliers with the resolution of their disputes.

If you need help with new home construction, home remodeling, or mechanic’s lien disputes, contact the Danville Indiana law office of Harrington Law, P.C. General Litigation. Our everyday commerce with our neighbors, service providers, and random strangers creates the potential for disputes. If you need help managing disputes – whether actually or only potentially heading to court, contact the experienced Danville Indiana Lawyers at Harrington Law, P.C.We are in court every day of the week.


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Personal Injury and Professional Negligence Law

Your injury claim is a personal matter. You need an attorney who is experienced and will give the personal attention you deserve.  Harrington Law, P.C.is experienced in handling personal injury claims. If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence due to an auto accident, unsafe premises, or dangerous product, please call Harrington Law, P.C.Sadly, many individuals who seek the assistance of a professional are harmed by that professional’s negligence. Legal claims against professionals for their negligence can be particularly difficult to pursue. If you are searching for a lawyer with the experience and fortitude necessary to hold another professional (doctor, lawyer, CPA, or dentist) responsible for the harm resulting from their negligent acts, please contact Danville Indiana Lawyers, Harrington Law, P.C.
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Real Estate and Eminent Domain Law

The world of real estate is becoming more and more complex. If you need help on any of the following subjects, please contact Harrington Law, P.C.Danville Indiana Trial Lawyers

Residential real estate sales
Zoning and land use
Property line disputes
Restrictive covenant disputes
Landlord / tenant disputes
Drafting leases
Eminent domain / condemnation

What is eminent domain? Eminent Domain is the power of a governmental or quasi-governmental entity to force you, the landowner, to sell your property against your wishes. This process is usually called a "taking" even though the entity acquiring the property must pay you for the property it is acquiring.

Who has the power of eminent domain? The federal government, the State of Indiana, cities and towns, utilities, railroads, parks, airport authorities and schools are all condemning authorities.

When can an entity exercise the power of eminent domain? Anytime a condemning authority can show that it needs your property for a public purpose, it can acquire all or a portion of your property. Examples of situations where property can be taken are: the widening or construction of new roads; creation or expansion of airports; extension of electric, water, or sewer lines; expansion or creation of parks; and economic development.

What rights does a landowner have? The Indiana and Federal Constitutions mandate that a landowner be paid "just compensation" for his property when it is taken for a public purpose. You have the right to challenge the power of the condemning authority to take your property and you have the right to have disinterested parties determine the fair market value of your property.

What is the process? After a condemning authority decides to take your property, it will have an appraisal(s) completed to help it determine the fair market value of your property. It will then make an offer to purchase the land it needs. You can either accept or reject this offer. If you accept the offer, you will receive payment in return for a deed to the property. If you reject the offer, the condemning authority must file a Complaint for Appropriation with the court.

If you do not believe the condemning authority has the power to take your property, you can challenge its authority by filing OBJECTIONS. It is the very rare case where a condemning authority does not have the legal right to take your property. In most instances, the case proceeds to the appointing of three appraisers by the judge. These three disinterested appraisers will report to the Court how much they believe you should be paid for your property. If both parties agree with the amount the appraisers' report, that will be the amount of money you receive. If either party disagrees with the appraisers' report, it will file EXCEPTIONS then the amount of "just compensation" will be determined by a jury at a trial.

What do you have a right to be compensated for? You are entitled to payment for the fair market value of the land, land improvements, improvement, residue damages and temporary right of way. Land improvements are the actual value of trees, shrubs, flowers and your lawn. Improvements are the actual value of outbuildings, garages, houses, driveways, and sidewalks. Residue damages are awarded when the taking of a portion of your property decreases the value of the remainder. An example of a case when residue damages may be awarded is the widening of a road. The closer proximity of the road to the dwelling can make it worth less. Temporary right of way is the rental of a portion of your property while a project is being completed.

Why do you need a lawyer? While your rights are grounded in the Constitution, the procedures for taking your property are found in statutes. If you miss a deadline for filing Exceptions or Objections, you will have forfeited your Constitutional Rights.
In addition, a lawyer can help you negotiate with the condemning authority prior to suit being filed. Negotiations can encompass design changes to a project, saving trees or other valuable land improvements on your property, as well as the amount of just compensation. A lawyer can help you to understand what items you have a right to be paid for and what items for which you cannot be compensated.

The process of having your land taken can be a very emotional experience. You work hard for the land you own and it holds many dear memories. A lawyer can help you navigate through a very sterile process and protect your interests from the first offer to the jury verdict.



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Harrington Law, P.C.
105 North Washington Street
Danville, Indiana 46122
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