As commercial cannabis operations become more common throughout California, growers increasingly face daunting legal risks from the use of certain pesticides. In every agricultural enterprise, pesticides are a significant aid. But some carry a threat to the health of...
Environmental Law
Will the Huntington Beach Oil Spill Lead to New Regulations?
The oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach has restarted many conversations around the oil and gas industry. Some are calling for an even greater emphasis on pumping restrictions and punishing oil companies as a response to this tragic event. How Bad Is the...
Four Takeaways from a Case Involving Contaminated Drinking Water
Environmental matters can quickly become headline news, particularly when there are concerns regarding conditions that create health hazards for citizens. In recent years, cases involving contaminated drinking water have attracted considerable attention. For instance,...
Is Air Pollution Exacerbating COVID-19 Symptoms?
For the past six months, Americans have struggled to cope with the devastating toll of COVID-19. While government leaders in several states are still promoting stringent safety guidelines to slow the spread of the disease, officials in many other states have taken a...
Can Parties Cooperate in Superfund Litigation?
Environmental legal disputes are among the most difficult to resolve. A single case can take decades to resolve, and involve up to hundreds of parties, regulatory agencies, and dozens of court appearances. Considering the many layers of complexity in these cases,...
What are CEQA’s Implications for Developers?
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was signed in 1970 to regulate pollution and preserve the environment. Fifty years later, CEQA remains an important piece of legislation that affects development projects throughout the state. The goal is to prevent new...
Noel Edlin Speaking at Perrin Conferences Environmental Risk & Litigation Conference
On June 18 Managing Partner and Environmental Litigator Noel Edlin will participate on a panel exploring the emerging environmental risks associated with the agriculture industry. Noel will discuss how using pesticides and antimicrobials to combat citrus greening and...