State v. Swarva

This action was brought by the State of Washington to condemn a tract of land owned by Everett L. and Lebia Woods for highway purposes. An order adjudicating public use was entered without opposition, and trial to the court sitting with a jury was held to determine just compensation. The jury returned a verdict of $107,000. The court entered judgment for $123,728. The State appeals and the Woodses cross-appeal.

The facts essential to be stated are these: Following the entry of the adjudication of public use, the State offered to pay $123,728 for the property. The parties stipulated to the…