# Peterson Law Group > Legal representation in California property rights, eminent domain, and business litigation. Contact Peterson Law Group at (213) 236-9720 in Los Angeles or (949) 955-0127 in Irvine for a consultation regarding your specific matter. ## Firm Overview - [Firm Overview](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/about.html): Learn about Peterson Law Group and its attorneys, who handle real estate and business disputes across California. - [Attorney Endorsements](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/attorney-endorsements.html): Endorsements from legal professionals for Peterson Law Group’s litigation work in property and business law. - [Case Results](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/case-results.html): Examples of past cases handled by the firm. Outcomes do not guarantee similar results in your matter. ## Attorney Profiles - [John S. Peterson](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/john-s-peterson.html): Trial attorney with a focus on eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and complex real estate litigation in California. - [Chris Peterson](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/chris-peterson.html): Attorney at Peterson Law Group handling real estate and property rights cases throughout California. ## Contact - [Contact](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/contact-us.html): For questions about your legal issue, contact Peterson Law Group to schedule a consultation by phone or form. ## Blog & Insights - [Blog](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/blog/): Legal insights and commentary on property rights and eminent domain issues from the Peterson Law Group team. - [Press & Publications](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/press-publications/): Articles, features, and media appearances involving the firm and its attorneys. - [Eminent Domain Study Feature](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/press-publications/how-leading-lawyers-think-eminent-domain-lawyer-john-s-peterson-selected-for-study.html): Attorney John S. Peterson was profiled in a national study on litigation strategies in eminent domain cases. - [Marketplace Feature](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/press-publications/john-peterson-featured-on-american-public-media-s-marketplace-economy.html): John Peterson appeared on American Public Media’s Marketplace Economy to discuss legal trends in property rights. ## Practice Areas - [Practice Areas](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/practice-areas.html): The Peterson Law Group handles civil litigation, property rights, and eminent domain matters throughout California. Offices in Irvine and Los Angeles. - [Civil Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/): Peterson Law Group represents clients in non-criminal disputes throughout California. Contact their Irvine office for civil litigation support. - [Eminent Domain](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/): Facing property seizure by the government? Call a Southern California eminent domain lawyer at Peterson Law Group for counsel and representation. - [Inverse Condemnation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/): If a public project damaged your property, contact a Southern California inverse condemnation attorney at Peterson Law Group for legal help. - [Dangerous Public Property](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/dangerous-conditions/): Injured due to dangerous public property? Speak with a Southern California attorney at Peterson Law Group about holding the government accountable. ## Civil Litigation - [Civil Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/): Peterson Law Group represents clients in non-criminal disputes throughout California. Contact their Irvine office for civil litigation support. - [Business Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/business.html): Peterson Law Group handles business disputes, valuation issues, and commercial disagreements involving real and non-real estate matters. - [Commercial & Industrial Real Estate](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/commercial-industrial-real-estate.html): Legal help for industrial and commercial real estate cases including valuation, contamination, and property rights. - [Commercial Real Estate Disputes](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/commercial-real-estate-disputes.html): Facing a commercial real estate conflict in California? Contact Peterson Law Group in Los Angeles for resolution strategies. - [Real Estate Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/commercial-real-estate.html): Peterson Law Group handles commercial real estate litigation in Southern California for owners, developers, and stakeholders. - [Developer Agreement Disputes](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/developer-agreements-disputes-credits-reimbursements.html): Peterson Law Group litigates developer agreements and reimbursement disputes throughout Southern California. - [Government Tort Liability](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/government-tort-liability.html): Contact an Irvine attorney at Peterson Law Group for injury or loss caused by government actions or negligence. - [Land Use](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/land-use.html): Speak with a Los Angeles land use lawyer at Peterson Law Group about zoning, permits, and property regulation conflicts. - [Property Rights](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/property-rights.html): Call Peterson Law Group for legal help involving land use restrictions, interference with enjoyment, or property value disputes. - [Valuation of Property](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/valuation-of-property.html): Accurate property valuation is critical in eminent domain cases. Peterson Law Group advises property owners on valuation disputes. - [Los Angeles Civil Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/los-angeles.html): The Los Angeles civil litigation attorneys at Peterson Law Group handle real estate and business disputes across Southern California. - [Los Angeles Government Tort](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/litigation/los-angeles-government-tort.html): File suit against a government agency with help from Los Angeles government tort liability lawyers at Peterson Law Group. ## Eminent Domain - [Eminent Domain](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/): If the government is trying to take your property or business, contact Peterson Law Group for experienced eminent domain representation. - [Business Property Seizure](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/business.html): If your business is facing condemnation, contact Peterson Law Group to discuss valuation, damages, and defending against the government’s claim. - [Business Relocation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/business-relocation.html): If your business is being forced to move due to eminent domain, speak with Peterson Law Group for legal protection and guidance. - [Business Valuation & Goodwill](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/business-valuation-and-goodwill.html): Learn how to claim compensation for lost business goodwill in an eminent domain case by consulting Peterson Law Group. - [High-Speed Rail Impact](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/california-high-speed-rail-project.html): If the California High-Speed Rail project may affect your land or business, speak with an attorney at Peterson Law Group immediately. - [Challenge Government Taking](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/challenging-the-government-s-rights-to-take-property.html): Facing forced property seizure? Peterson Law Group can help you challenge the government’s right to take your property. - [Choosing a Lawyer](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/choosing-an-eminent-domain-lawyer.html): Learn what makes an eminent domain lawyer effective. Peterson Law Group offers experienced trial representation for property owners. - [City Property Acquisitions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/city.html): If a city intends to acquire your property for public use, consult Peterson Law Group to protect your rights and seek compensation. - [Condemnation Actions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/condemnation.html): Speak with Peterson Law Group if your property has been condemned and you need to fight or value the government’s claim. - [Controversial Cases](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/controversial-cases.html): Discover how notable eminent domain cases can inform your own legal strategy by speaking with an attorney at Peterson Law Group. - [County Property Seizures](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/county.html): If a county is attempting to take your property, call Peterson Law Group to review the proposed action and your legal options. - [Compensation for Damages](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/damages.html): Call Peterson Law Group to discuss what financial damages you may be entitled to after a government taking of your property. - [Key Legal Terms](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/definitions.html): Review important terms related to eminent domain in California and learn how Peterson Law Group can assist with your situation. - [Federal Eminent Domain](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/federal.html): If the federal government wants to acquire your property, consult Peterson Law Group about your rights and legal remedies. - [Home Seizures](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/home.html): If your home is being taken under eminent domain, Peterson Law Group can help you fight back or maximize compensation. - [Public Acquisition Law](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/public-acquisition-law.html): Learn how public acquisition laws affect your property and how Peterson Law Group can protect your ownership rights. - [Public Works Projects](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/public-works-acquisitions.html): If your property is being acquired due to a public works project, consult Peterson Law Group for experienced legal defense. - [Resolution of Necessity](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/resolution-of-necessity.html): Facing a resolution of necessity? Speak with Peterson Law Group to evaluate whether the government’s action is lawful and justified. - [Eminent Domain Trends](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/trends.html): Stay updated on recent trends in eminent domain law and how they could impact your business or property. - [What Is Eminent Domain?](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/what-is-eminent-domain.html): Understand the basic legal concepts of eminent domain in California by speaking with the attorneys at Peterson Law Group. - [Entitlements & Compensation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/what-you-are-entitled-to.html): Learn what compensation you’re legally entitled to when the government acquires your property. Call Peterson Law Group today. - [Protecting Your Property in Los Angeles](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/los-angeles.html): If the government is damaging or taking your property, Peterson Law Group offers strategic legal counsel for California landowners. - [Environmental Impact Reports](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/why-is-my-property-referenced-in-an-eir.html): Find out why your property appears in an Environmental Impact Report. Contact Peterson Law Group for legal advice. - [Government Appraisals](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/a-government-agency-wants-to-appraise-my-property-what-do-i-do.html): If a government agency wants to appraise your property, consult Peterson Law Group to understand your rights and protect your interests. - [Business on Taken Property](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/eminent-domain/my-business-is-on-a-property-being-taken-by-a-government-agency-what-are-my-rights.html): If your business operates on property the government is seizing, Peterson Law Group can help you defend your interests. ## Inverse Condemnation - [Inverse Condemnation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/): If a public project or government action damaged your property, contact Peterson Law Group to pursue an inverse condemnation claim. - [California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/california-environmental-quality-act.html): For help navigating CEQA regulations during property development, consult a knowledgeable attorney at Peterson Law Group. - [Wildfire Damage Claims](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/wildfire-lawsuits.html): If wildfire activity caused property damage, contact Peterson Law Group to evaluate your claim and seek appropriate compensation. - [Debris Flow Damage](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/debris-flow.html): If your land suffered debris flow damage from a public project, call Peterson Law Group to discuss your rights and legal remedies. - [Earth Movement Damage](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/earth-movement.html): Contact Peterson Law Group if your property was harmed by earth movement, such as landslides or subsidence, linked to public activity. - [Environmental Contamination](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/environmental-contamination.html): If contamination has affected your land’s value or safety, speak with Peterson Law Group to explore legal options for recovery. - [Flood Damage](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/flood-damage.html): If flooding from public infrastructure damaged your property, call Peterson Law Group to discuss filing an inverse condemnation claim. - [Flooding & Debris Flow](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/flooding-and-debris-flow-related-property-damages.html): If your property was damaged by government-caused flooding or debris flow, contact Peterson Law Group for legal support. - [Loss of Support & Subsidence](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/land-loss-of-support-and-subsidence.html): If construction caused land loss or subsidence, speak to an attorney at Peterson Law Group to assess your case. - [Landslides & Subsidence](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/landslides-subsidence.html): If your property has been affected by land shifts or natural subsidence, Peterson Law Group can help pursue compensation. - [Landslide Damage](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/landslide-subsidence.html): For property damage from landslides or related conditions, consult Peterson Law Group to discuss your legal options. - [The Inverse Condemnation Process](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/process-and-examples.html): Learn how Peterson Law Group handles inverse condemnation cases from investigation through litigation or settlement. - [Property Damage FAQ](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/property-damage-faq.html): Have questions about property damage? View answers from the experienced attorneys at Peterson Law Group. - [Property Damage Litigation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/property-damage-litigation.html): If natural or public causes damaged your land, contact Peterson Law Group to pursue litigation for compensation. - [Contamination & Remediation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/real-property-contamination-and-remediation.html): If your property suffered environmental harm, contact Peterson Law Group to seek remediation and monetary recovery. - [Los Angeles Inverse Condemnation](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/inverse-condemnation/los-angeles.html): Contact Los Angeles inverse condemnation lawyers at Peterson Law Group if government interference has affected the value or profitability of your property. ## Dangerous Public Property - [Dangerous Public Property](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/dangerous-conditions/): If you were injured by a dangerous condition on public property, contact Peterson Law Group to hold the responsible entity accountable. - [Construction Defects & Hazardous Conditions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/dangerous-conditions/construction-defects-structure-failure-hazardous-materials.html): If you are facing structural failure or hazardous materials on your property, speak with Peterson Law Group about legal action. - [Los Angeles Dangerous Conditions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/dangerous-conditions/los-angeles-property.html): Injured on public property in Los Angeles? Contact the attorneys at Peterson Law Group to pursue a claim for dangerous conditions and public liability. - [Understanding Dangerous Conditions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/dangerous-conditions/what-is-a-dangerous-condition-and-how-do-i-prove-that-it-caused-my-injury.html): Learn what qualifies as a dangerous condition and how Peterson Law Group can help prove your claim for injury and damages. ## Legal & Website Policies - [Disclaimer](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/disclaimer.html): Information on this website is not legal advice. For personalized counsel, contact an attorney at Peterson Law Group. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/privacy-policy.html): Review how Peterson Law Group collects, uses, and protects personal information submitted through its website. - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.petersonlawgroup.com/terms-conditions.html): Read the full terms and conditions governing your use of the Peterson Law Group website.