Environmental
laws aim to protect ecosystems from harmful human actions, and to protect humans
from the harmful effects of environmental pollutants. Natural resource laws
regulate resources such as water, forests, and wildlife protected by the
government. These laws apply at the federal, state, and local levels and are
enforced by various government agencies, such as the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency and state land-management bureaus.
If you are a business
owner who may have caused pollution (for example, your underground oil tank
leaked), or if you want to use a natural resource for your personal use (for
example, water from a river to irrigate your property), an environmental lawyer
or a natural resources lawyer can help you understand the complex laws in this
area and how to avoid problems. Likewise, if you suspect you are the victim of
an environmental crime, such as the improper disposal of hazardous waste, a
lawyer can help you determine if you are eligible for compensation.
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