Exxon Pipeline Co. v. Zwahr

In this case, we determine whether an appraisal expert’s opinion regarding, the value of land taken by eminent domain satisfies the requirements for admitting expert testimony under the Texas Rules of Evidence. Exxon Pipeline Company condemned a 50-foot-wide pipeline easement on Daniel and Sandra Zwahrs’ 49-acre tract of land. The parties disputed Exxon’s right to condemn the land, and following the grant of summary judgments confirming that right, tried the case on the value of the land taken. At trial, Exxon objected to the testimony of the Zwahrs’ expert, arguing that he impermissibly…