Ohio City, Advocacy Group Sue EPA Over Lake Erie Algae Pollution
The EPA is allegedly violating the federal Clean Water Act by failing to prevent harmful algae blooms in Ohio’s western Lake Erie, according to a new lawsuit.
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US Power-Plant Rules Threaten Grid Reliability, Peabody CEO Says
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EPA’s Pennsylvania Air Emissions Plan Upheld by Third Circuit
Pennsylvania and coal power companies on Thursday lost their challenges to the Environmental Protection Agency’s plan to regulate emissions in the state after an appellate court said the agency followed federal regulations.
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Conservation Group Says FERC Overlooked Benefits of Dam Removals
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission didn’t comply with federal laws when allowing a hydroelectric project to be decommissioned while leaving unused dams on the Maine-New Hampshire border, a river conservation nonprofit said.
Pipeline Company’s $70 Million Spill Settlement Gets Early Nod
A $70 million class action settlement between California property owners and the company that acquired a pipeline that ruptured in 2015 received preliminary approval from a federal judge.
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Massachusetts Property Qualifies for Agricultural Tax Category
A property owner convinced the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board that roughly one acre of land qualifies as agricultural for tax purposes because of the area’s active usage, according to an opinion released Thursday.
Oil, Gas Mining Approvals Sent Back to Bureau of Indian Affairs
The Bureau of Indian Affairs was ordered Thursday by a federal court to take another look at the environmental impact of an oil and gas mining project in Oklahoma.
New York Agency Followed Law When Approving Herbicide Permits
A New York state appellate panel says a lower court shouldn’t have invalidated permits issued by an upstate park agency because the agency had complied with statutory requirements when it approved the use of a herbicide at a lake.
Ohio City, Advocacy Group Sue EPA Over Lake Erie Algae Pollution
The EPA is allegedly violating the federal Clean Water Act by failing to prevent harmful algae blooms in Ohio’s western Lake Erie, according to a new lawsuit.
EPA’s Pennsylvania Air Emissions Plan Upheld by Third Circuit
Pennsylvania and coal power companies on Thursday lost their challenges to the Environmental Protection Agency’s plan to regulate emissions in the state after an appellate court said the agency followed federal regulations.
Davis Wright Tremaine Adds Partner Sigel to San Francisco Office
James Sigel has joined Davis Wright Tremaine as a partner in San Francisco, the firm said Thursday. He represents clients in state and federal appeals regarding securities, intellectual property, environmental law, and employment issues.
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NetScout Freed From $3.3M Payout Over Nixed Patents by Fed. Cir.
The Federal Circuit issued opinions invalidating patents owned by Packet Intelligence LLC and wiping out a related $3.35 million infringement award against network security firm NetScout Systems Inc.
Wall Street Seizes Opportunity to Gut SEC Trading Surveillance (2)
After 14 years of debate, the Securities and Exchange Commission is in the final stages of bringing a powerful new surveillance tool fully online. The Consolidated Audit Trail database, one of the largest ever created, is set to revolutionize how the agency monitors trading activity and spots potential misconduct. By its May 31 industry compliance deadline, it will collect almost all US trading data, and give the SEC a live window into activity across markets.
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NFL Legal Chief Jeff Pash Prepares to Retire After 25-Plus Years
The National Football League is in the market for a new top lawyer as it heads into its 105th season.
Legal Software Services Firm KLDiscovery to Restructure Debt
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Simpson Thacher Adds Partner to New York Real Estate Practice
Aron Zuckerman has joined Simpson Thacher & Bartlett’s real estate practice as a partner in the New York office, the firm said Thursday.
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