Environmental Law

For owners and managers of commercial properties in California, an indoor air quality (IAQ) complaint is far more than a simple facilities issue. It represents a complex and escalating area of legal risk that can impact tenant relationships, employee health, property...

For countless businesses across California, from industrial manufacturers and tech firms to dry cleaners and construction companies, the generation of hazardous waste is an unavoidable reality of daily operations. In the course of producing goods and providing...

Water in California has always been a source of conflict and contention. In a state defined by its cycles of drought and deluge, the allocation, control, and quality of this finite resource are paramount to its cities, its world-leading agricultural sector, and its...

An environmental lawsuit can be more than just a legal headache; it can threaten the future of your business, your finances, and your reputation. Whether you're facing allegations under CERCLA, the Clean Water Act, or state-level statutes like California’s Proposition...

What Your Company Should Know About Environmental Justice Litigation Pollution in low-income areas remains a serious issue in the United States, and public awareness of the issue is gaining momentum—not just among the communities affected but also for the companies...

If your company has received a notice related to the Clean Water Act (CWA), you’re not alone. Clean Water Act violation claims are a growing concern for many companies across the United States, especially in highly regulated states like California. As environmental protection rules evolve, it’s easy for businesses to fall out of compliance—even those […]

If your business operates in an industry that discharges wastewater or pollutants into surface waters, you’re likely subject to the Clean Water Act (CWA)—a foundational federal law regulating water pollution in the United States. The CWA sets strict standards to protect human health, preserve water quality, and limit pollution in navigable waters. But the law […]

Small communities across California often run into trouble when trying to meet federal and state environmental requirements. Many lack the financial resources to upgrade outdated infrastructure or implement the kinds of pollution control systems regulators expect....

California has long led the nation in environmental preservation and climate change legislation. The state's groundbreaking laws and regulations often set the benchmark for environmental policies nationwide. Businesses and organizations in California frequently find...

You don’t have to spill the chemicals to be held responsible for cleaning them up. That’s the harsh reality property owners in contaminated zones face, thanks to CERCLA—the federal law that assigns cleanup costs to anyone even remotely tied to a polluted property. And...