When contamination of any particular site has been identified, it is possible for an individual to file a citizen’s suit under federal environmental statutes. However, before anything can actually be done the perpetrator of the pollution has to be identified, and this can be a long and expensive process. However, the government may already have …
What Kind of Legal Action Can Be Taken By An Individual For Environmental Harm?
Environmental harm can come from a variety of hazardous substances and through a range of circumstances. Environmental harm can cover a number of situations, from the pollution of the air or water in a particular area to noise nuisance or trespassing caused by a third party. The action that could be taken by an individual …
Environmental Law: What Kinds of Claims Can Be Brought?
Under state common law there are a number of claims that can be brought for environmental damage, harm or injury, and these come under a selection of distinct categories. The four categories under which a claim can be brought (in accordance with state common law) are outlined below, and include: Nuisance Trespass Strict Liability Negligence …
I Suspect My Groundwater or Property May Be Contaminated
The Clean Water Act is the federal Act that is responsible for the quality of water and any matter relating to pollution. If you think that your groundwater may be contaminated, it is important that you report the matter to your local Environmental Government agency. It is also a good idea to contact the Environmental …
Environmental Response and Liability Act
In the event of contamination, a mechanism must be in place to clear the contaminated site quickly and safely. And, if there is someone responsible for this contamination then there must be a method of ensuring that person is held accountable. This is where the Environmental Response and Liability Act comes in to place. The …