2012 saw several major cases decided by Ohio courts that impact Ohio construction law and the way companies do business. Given the industry connection, oil and gas project owners, contractors, and suppliers could be affected by some of these rulings. Here are what we believe to be the Top 5 construction cases of 2012: #1… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Pipelines
Subscribe to Pipelines RSS FeedProtecting (or Defeating) Mechanics’ Liens on Oil and Gas Projects
Posted in Labor, Pipelines, Real EstateAnyone familiar with the construction industry is aware that contractors and suppliers can protect their right to obtain payment on the project by filing a mechanics’ lien on the property. Those same protections are also available for companies working on the construction of oil and gas wells and pipelines. However, oil and gas projects are… Continue Reading
Oil and Gas Pipeline Companies Can Condemn Private Property in Ohio
Posted in Exploration & Production, Mineral Interest, Ohio, Pipelines, Real Estate, RegulatoryIn Ohio, private pipeline companies regulated as common carriers or public utilities have the power of eminent domain to “condemn” or “appropriate” private property in certain situations. It is well known that the power of eminent domain is available to government authorities. But, the reality of modern America is that carefully regulated private companies, not… Continue Reading
Who Should Regulate Oil and Gas Operations, National, State or Local Government?
Posted in Mineral Interest, Ohio, Pipelines, Real Estate, RegulatoryLaws and regulations are adopted at all levels of government. The scope of coverage and the need for uniformity normally dictate the jurisdictional level of regulation. But, when the objectives of federal, state, and local governments conflict, legal battles erupt under the rally cries of “federalism,” “states rights,” “home rule,” “preemption,” and “constitutional rights.” Some… Continue Reading