What are the elements that need to be proven when filing a violation of the clean water act?

It depends on what the violation might be (point source, wetlands impairment, permit violation) and who is doing the enforcement (individual or...

Asbestos was dumped on are land

Your request has too few facts to properly analyze, but if someone dumped waste onto your land without your permission that would be a trespass,...

Can a federal court judge impose a penalty beyond the statuary limit?

(b) Criminal Any person who knowingly or willfully violates any provision of section 2614 or 2689 of this title, shall, in addition to or in lieu...

Is it safe to travel to Canada for a week and come back to the U.S?

You need to give more information about which country is your country of origin. Before traveling you should consult an immigration attorney....

The law varies by state on this problem, but I have seen this kind of situation before. Since the beaver and the beaver's dam is a natural part of...

Your question lacks details about just what is happening. If you own property on the River and the public access is not on your land and there is...

I live near the Tappan Zee bridge, which is under construction. I recently contacted the bridge authority because of the noise

To answer your question directly, you need to speak with a land use litigation or an environmental litigation attorney. The kind of case you are...

Do I need a lawyer for property damage if construction workers knowingly dumped asbestos in my yard and buried it?

Yes, you need to consult with an environmental litigator. The bar association can help direct you to one if you are having difficulty locating...

How do I obtain permits/certificates from EPA?

If the product is to be installed on automobiles, you will need not only EPA approvals, but others as well. This forum is too informal and not...

We had a bridge replacement done by the state and they put underground drain system to help get rid of excess road water on our

You may or may not have a claim. One of the first questions you need to answer is whether or not the state has an easement to drain water onto your...