Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving Nrd Cases

Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving NRD Cases is a comprehensive guide for companies, attorneys, trustees, and consultants handling NRD cases, providing valuable insights into valuation, litigation strategy, and cost-effective resolution. The book offers a quantitative analysis of key NRD settlements and discusses the NRD regime in the European Union.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 572 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2022
Publisher: American Bar Association

Over the past two decades, the complexity and expense of natural resource damage (NRD) cases have escalated significantly. Recognizing this rapidly expanding field of law, Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving NRD Cases offers valuable guidance for companies, attorneys, trustees, and consultants seeking to navigate these cases effectively. Authored by experienced professionals with a combined 30 years of handling some of the largest and most complex NRD cases in the country, the book delves into the jurisprudence, litigation strategies, and pathways toward cost-efficient resolution of NRD matters.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage, the book includes an annotated compilation of published caselaw, consent decrees, cooperative assessment agreements, administrative record submissions, and other relevant materials. The authors provide a quantitative analysis of all significant NRD settlements (under both the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Oil Pollution Act (OPA)) to assist companies and trustees in properly assessing their own cases in the context of previous outcomes. Furthermore, the authors explore the NRD regime in the European Union, comparing and contrasting the EU and United States approaches to environmental damages.

The book is organized into ten chapters, covering key topics such as introduction, NRD statutes and regulations, NRD defenses, NRD assessments, cooperative NRD assessments, NRD litigation, NRD restoration, NRD settlements, complex situations, and novel approaches. Each chapter is extensively researched and provides practical insights and strategies for navigating the NRD landscape.

Whether you are a company involved in environmental remediation, an attorney seeking to represent clients in NRD cases, a trustee responsible for managing environmental liabilities, or a consultant looking to offer expertise in this area, Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving NRD Cases is an indispensable resource. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the law, litigation processes, and settlement strategies, enabling you to make informed decisions and achieve successful outcomes in NRD cases.

In conclusion, Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving NRD Cases is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate the complex and evolving field of NRD law. With its comprehensive coverage, practical insights, and annotated compilation of relevant materials, this book provides a valuable resource for companies, attorneys, trustees, and consultants alike. By leveraging the expertise and experience of the authors, you can effectively manage NRD cases and achieve cost-efficient resolutions while protecting the environment and public health.

ISBN-13: 9781641054386