Strickland v. Department of Transportation

McMurray, Presiding Judge.

Jimmy Strickland’s and Joyce Strickland’s home is situated on about a five-acre parcel of land in Atkinson County, Georgia. The Department of Transportation (“DOT”) sought to acquire, via condemnation, a little more than a half-acre of the Stricklands’ land for use in connection with the expansion of a Georgia highway. The case was tried before a jury and damages were measured at $30,000. This appeal follows the denial of a motion for new trial. Held:

1. The Stricklands first contend the trial court erred “by charging the jury on consequential benefits.”

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