Yost v. Conroy

There is much confusion and some conflict in our cases upon the subject of proving benefits and damages to land affected by the construction of ditches, turnpikes and ways, and this case requires an examination of that subject. In cases of confusion and conflict, the better way is to search for principle and adopt that view which stands most firmly on sound principle.

It is an elementary doctrine, that witnesses who are acquainted with the value of property may express an opinion as to the value. Thus far all is plain and free from doubt. Ætna L. Ins. Co. v. Nexsen, 84 Ind. 347 (43 Am. R. 91);…