New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Michael B. Gerrard | September 11, 2024
"We still do not know how much sweat and treasure will be required, but sadly it appears that the political will may be faltering," writes Michael B. Gerrard.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Jill Hyman Kaplan and Brandon P. Matsnev | September 6, 2024
Several steps remain in the regulatory process until a final, enforceable rule, but employers should be proactive in reviewing it, understanding its requirements, and preparing (or shoring up) a workplace heat safety program. A proactive approach on heat should also have near-term benefits with respect to OSHA enforcement.
National Law Journal | Analysis
By Sulaiman Abdur-Rahman | August 30, 2024
"Deferring vacatur of the BiOp until mid-December strikes the appropriate balance between the importance of getting this unlawful agency action off the books and the public interest in a predictable, managed transition to a new biological opinion," U.S. District Judge Deborah Boardman wrote in her memorandum opinion.
By Jimmy Hoover | August 30, 2024
The case, "San Francisco v. EPA," is the second time in two terms that the famously liberal-leaning West Coast municipal government has found itself at odds with the Biden administration in a legal issue at the Supreme Court.
New Jersey Law Journal | Commentary
By Lewis Goldshore | August 29, 2024
Lewis Goldshore reviews Sen. Bob Smith's top 10 legislative priorities for the remainder of the 2024-2025 legislative session.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Charles J. Dennen | August 26, 2024
In the last month, stakeholders have won significant victories in both federal and state courts regarding environmental issues that impact the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
New York Law Journal | Commentary
By Marjorie J. Peerce and Erin M. Carter | August 26, 2024
PFAS have become the focus of state and federal regulatory efforts over the past several years. The fashion industry now faces significant compliance hurdles, including the upcoming bans of certain PFAS-containing apparel in major markets like New York and California, as well as potential federal reporting obligations for manufactured or imported PFAS-containing products.
By Sulaiman Abdur-Rahman | August 23, 2024
U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan ruled in favor of five environmental organizations represented by Earthjustice, granting their motion to compel the administrative record and denying the EPA's motion for judgment on the pleadings.
By Abigail Adcox | August 21, 2024
Sheppard Mullin chair Luca Salvi said building out the firm's "destination practice in renewable energies is a strategic focus of our firm."
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Robert F. Walsh and Gianna Martorano | August 20, 2024
In recent years, new hazards have emerged that potentially implicate coverage under commercial general liability policies. Much attention has been paid to the liabilities associated with opioids and "PFAS," but there are many other examples of emerging hazards.
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