The Blackfin Pipeline is using temporary restraining orders TROs to access land without landowner permission. If your land is affected by the Blackfin Pipeline Project or any other Texas condemnation project, get the help you need to protect your rights. You can schedule an in-person, online or telephone appointment with Philip by calling 800-266-4870 or texting 979-320-9320. You can also request a no-obligation case evaluation by clicking this link and then sending us a case evaluation form.
Summary of the Blackfin Pipeline Using TROs to Access Land
Attorney Philip Hundl here, providing an essential update about the Blackfin Pipeline Project. This project begins in Colorado County and proceeds north of Houston, extending to Jefferson County.
TROs to Access Land
It’s crucial to highlight a significant concern that’s emerged: the use of Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) to access land. Whitewater, the company also managing the substantial Matterhorn project, is associated with Blackfin. The Blackfin Pipeline has adopted an aggressive approach to gaining temporary access to the land needed for this pipeline project. They’ve resorted to securing TROs from the court with seemingly minimal attempts to negotiate access agreements with affected landowners first.
Understanding TROs and Their Implications
Let me clarify the meaning and implications of these TROs. Once these companies obtain a TRO directly from the court, it becomes effective on you as a landowner once you’ve been served and a bond requirement has been fulfilled. These orders are then typically followed by a temporary injunction hearing in a very short timeframe.
This is an example of a TRO petition and an example of a Temporary Restraining Order from Liberty County.
During these hearings, the pipeline company, in this case, Blackfin, will attempt to prolong the TRO under a temporary injunction. This approach mirrors what we’ve seen with the Matterhorn project and signifies a potentially challenging situation for landowners affected by the Blackfin Pipeline Project.
Landowners’ Rights and The Importance of Legal Advice
If you’re one of these landowners and are approached regarding temporary access, it’s vital to consult an experience land condemnation attorney. Understanding your rights, the limitations on these rights, and the potential impacts of these TROs is imperative.
Call Philip for Help
I strongly recommend visiting TXCondemnationRights.com for more informative videos and updates. If you find yourself served a TRO or approached about temporary land access, don’t disregard it. Instead, seek immediate legal advice. Stay informed, be proactive, and ensure that your rights are well-protected. Thank you.
Philip leads his legal team representing Texas landowners in condemnation and land partition cases. He is also a mediator specializing in land dispute cases. You can schedule an in-person, online or telephone appointment with Philip by calling 800-266-4870 or texting 979-320-9320. You can also request a no-obligation case evaluation by clicking this link and then sending us a case evaluation form.
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