 The term "inverse" is used, because usually condemnations are brought by the government.In the inverse condemnation context, it is the property owner who sues the government, alleging a taking (or damaging) of property without just compensation.See "San Diego Gas & Electric Co. v. City of San Diego", 450 U.S. 621, 638 n.2 (1981) (Justice Brennan dissenting); "United States v. Clarke", 445 U.S. 253, 257 (1980); "Agins v. City of Tiburon", 447 U.S. 255, 258 n.2 (1980).