Just Compensation

What is Just Compensation?

In general, a fair and reasonable value for work performed or to make one whole after loss due to damages. More specifically, this is the constitutional right of a person to receive just compensation for the value of property taken by the government through eminent domain.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Constitutional Law terms:

• Hostile Work Environment
• Mere Suspicion
• Reasonable Notice

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