Larry Shapiro, Esq., a Member of Ansell Grimm & Aaron, P.C., recently spoke at the Appraisal Institute’s Annual meeting in Princeton on the impact of the Borough of Harvey Cedars vs. Karan Supreme Court decision. Mr. Shapiro commented upon the impact of the NJ Supreme Court’s landmark decision and how the change in the law enunciated by the Court impacted valuation issues in partial condemnation cases. He also spoke about the issue of beach access in the context of condemnation actions involving oceanfront property. Including, beach access; private beaches; use and enjoyment of the beach; the public trust doctrine and valuation of beach areas.