Facts

The State of California, through its Dept. of Transportation, brought an eminent domain action against Nichols Lumber and Hardware Co.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
The State contended that the condemnation did not result in loss of business goodwill.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Nichols Lumber alleged it suffered a loss of business goodwill as a result of the condemnation of property being used for offsite storage and parking.

Damages

Nichols Lumber sought $1.2 million in damages for loss of goodwill.

Result

The jury found in favor of the State.

Deliberation

four hours

Poll

11-0

Length

five days