EPA Issues Asbestos Part 2 Draft Risk Evaluation, Preliminarily Determines That Asbestos Poses Unreasonable Risk to Human Health On April 16, 2024, EPA announced the availability of and requested public comment on a draft document titled “Draft Risk Evaluation for Asbestos Part 2: Supplemental Evaluation Including Legacy Uses and Associated […]
by Michelle Diffenderfer and Katherine L. Hupp On April 23rd, Federal District Court Judge Moss denied Florida’s Motion for a Full Stay of the Judge’s decision to vacate Florida’s assumed Clean Water Act 404 Dredge and Fill Permitting Program. The Judge found that Florida did not carry the heavy burden of showing necessary elements that […]
Written by Gregor I. McGregor, Esq. EPA in April listed two ubiquitous “forever” PFAS chemicals -PFOA and PFOS- as hazardous substances under Superfund (CERCLA), triggering reporting, testing, cleanup, and monitoring responsibilities for arrangers, transporters, treaters, disposers and other Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs), including manufacturers, users, and property owners under Superfund’s strict, […]
Written by Gregor I. McGregor, Esq. Gregor I. McGregor, Esq., founding partner, McGregor Legere & Stevens PC, will present an online webinar on the U.S. Constitution’s Takings Clause and 100 years of the Pennsylvania Coal v. Mahon doctrine. Pennsylvania Coal has transcended its primary relevance as a touchstone for compensation for […]
The Environmental Law Network (ELN) received a Band 1 ranking in Environment in the Chambers and Partners 2024 Global Guide. ELN is also pleased to announce that 17 member firms have been recognized in the Chambers 2023 USA Guide, and one member firm has been recognized in the Chambers 2024 Canada Guide. […]