The Energy Law

DECEMBER 20, 2023

In doing so, the court found itself “in accord with the other courts of appeals, which have unanimously found there is no federal jurisdiction where state or local governments have brought state-law actions against energy companies for conduct relating to climate change.” Federal courts may only hear certain types of cases.

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The Energy Law

JUNE 2, 2020

Amidst historically low oil prices and economic shutdowns, fossil fuel companies continue to defend against lawsuits brought by state and local governments claiming climate-change related damages. The two federal district court judges handling the eight cases reached different conclusions on Plaintiffs’ remand motions. BP PLC et al.

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The Energy Law

JANUARY 2, 2020

In May 2018, oil and gas industry defendants removed a docket of 42 cases alleging violations of Louisiana’s coastal zone management laws to federal court in the Eastern and Western Districts of Louisiana (“CZM cases”). Defendants removed Auster (and 11 other Western District CZM cases) based on federal officer jurisdiction (28 U.S.C.

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The Energy Law

JULY 1, 2021

The “ LL&E II ” decision finds that Act 312 charges the court, not the jury, to determine the funding needed to remediate property to government standards. If (and only if) an express contractual provision allows greater remediation than government standards, a jury may consider and award such “excess remediation” damages.

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Rextag

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This decision, delivered in a high-stakes climate case, is seen as a setback for environmental groups hoping to make energy giants accountable for their contributions to climate change. He also reiterated Shells view that achieving meaningful reductions demands systemic changes that involve governments and industries working together.

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The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Particularly, Mr. Steib alleged he was exposed to asbestos while employed by Parsons Government Services, Inc. Plaintiffs opposed the motion and submitted, in part, excerpts from the depositions of Mr. Steib’s co-workers and six individuals deposed in unrelated asbestos cases that Plaintiffs argued established Mr. Steib’s exposure.

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The Energy Law

JANUARY 15, 2020

Since the initiation of climate change litigation several years ago, various state governments and interest groups have filed lawsuits against fossil fuel companies and governing authorities. The majority of these cases have been brought under state nuisance laws.

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Energy Refuge

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

In some cases, having solar panels installed on your house can eliminate your electricity bills altogether. Government Assistance. If you’re still feeling a little anxious about the cost of solar panels and wondering how you’re going to afford them, keep in mind that government assistance programs exist to help you out.

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The Energy Law

JUNE 3, 2019

That case is one of forty-two Coastal Zone Management Act (“CZMA”) cases that were removed to Federal court in May 2018. The cases were removed to Federal court by Defendants pursuant to 28 U.S.C. To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database.

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The Energy Law

AUGUST 10, 2015

Together, the adopted amendments evidence the Court’s emphasis on promoting cooperative case management and reducing the delays and considerable costs often associated with the discovery process. Information within this scope of discovery need not be admissible in evidence to be discoverable.

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The Energy Law

APRIL 5, 2018

Procedural History The case was originally tried in a forty-one day bench trial by Judge John P. This raises a dire warning to defendants in cases involving subrogated claims. 2607(d)(2)(B), limited its liability in the case to the same extent as Frescati’s (which had been limited to approximately $45 million).

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The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Plaintiffs argued for the application of the Jazz Casino and Lowther cases, in which the Court held that there was no discretion required to appropriate funds for judgments on overpaid taxes and firefighters’ back wages, respectively. To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database.

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The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 12, 2008

The district court had dismissed the case on the grounds that the auditor, who received relevant information from an employee of the State of Louisiana, was not the “original source” of the information on which the claim was based. The court also ruled that “Mr. A link to the decision is attached.

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Producer's Edge

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Texas Business Courts will potentially impact a wide range of cases, from high-value contract disputes to intricate corporate governance issues. What potential pros and cons may arise from submitting a case to the new Business Courts? Their limited jurisdiction, set forth in Texas Government Code Sec.

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The Energy Law

AUGUST 8, 2017

T]he opinion will have a most chilling effect on the financing of oil and gas operations, which in turn will have an adverse economic effect on government and business in our state. Chief Judge Henry Brown, Jr., also dissented from the denial of rehearing and “strongly agree[d] with the written reasons assigned by J.

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The Energy Law

JANUARY 20, 2021

This case is one of a number of cases brought by states, cities, and other municipalities against energy companies alleging that the companies contributed to climate change. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Kicks Climate Change Case Back to State Court, June 2, 2020 ; and (3) U.S.

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The Energy Law

MAY 18, 2021

. § 1447(d), a provision that specifically authorizes interlocutory appeal of an order remanding a case removed pursuant to the federal officer removal statute. The energy companies removed Baltimore’s case to federal court asserting several bases for federal court jurisdiction, one of which was federal officer jurisdiction.

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The Energy Law

MAY 18, 2021

. § 1447(d), a provision that specifically authorizes interlocutory appeal of an order remanding a case removed pursuant to the federal officer removal statute. The energy companies removed Baltimore’s case to federal court asserting several bases for federal court jurisdiction, one of which was federal officer jurisdiction.

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The Energy Law

APRIL 21, 2023

To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database. The main commentary and questions by committee members related to how local officials and constituents could have input into the discussion of CCS projects as well as how local areas could benefit financially.

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The Energy Law

APRIL 21, 2023

To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database. The main commentary and questions by committee members related to how local officials and constituents could have input into the discussion of CCS projects as well as how local areas could benefit financially.

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The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Meanwhile, the plaintiffs’ strident effort to return to the state courts, located in the coastal Parishes whose governments have sued the industry, has yielded an opinion involving the jurisdiction of federal district courts during an appeal. The case is The Parish of Plaquemines v. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. 18-5217 (E.D.

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The Energy Law

OCTOBER 2, 2020

By granting the petition, the Supreme Court has agreed to review the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision remanding the suit to state court after rejecting the energy companies’ contention that they were acting as federal officers pursuant to historical contracts with the federal government.

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The Energy Law

JULY 28, 2023

Contract salvage is when the shipowner and the salvor agree in advance to the terms governing the salvage operation, including the compensation that will be paid to the salvor. Today, the International Convention on Salvage also governs salvage. Generally, it is cheaper for the shipowner to do the work than for the government.

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The Energy Law

AUGUST 3, 2021

New Jersey , [1] the divided Court held that a certificate from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) entitled PennEast Pipeline Company (PennEast) to use the federal government’s power of eminent domain to seize property owned by the State of New Jersey. On appeal, the Supreme Court disagreed.

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The Energy Law

JUNE 21, 2022

Additionality is typically not met if the project is mandated by the government because it hinges on the creation of new methane reductions. Similarly, the total cost of plugging wells varies case by case depending on the location, depth, and age of the well, among other factors.

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The Energy Law

DECEMBER 29, 2023

1 the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit held that state law—and specifically in this case, Louisiana law—governs the applicable negligence standard and burden of proof for a pilot’s error. To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database. Gulf-Inland, LLC v.

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The Energy Law

APRIL 25, 2018

The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently issued a significant opinion in a case in which a takings claim was asserted to redress Hurricane Katrina-related flood damage. The federal government appealed both the liability and the compensation rulings, and Plaintiffs cross appealed the issue of compensation.

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The Energy Law

JANUARY 20, 2021

This case is one of a number of cases brought by states, cities, and other municipalities against energy companies alleging that the companies contributed to climate change. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Kicks Climate Change Case Back to State Court, June 2, 2020 ; and (3) U.S.

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The Energy Law

JULY 1, 2021

The “ LL&E II ” decision finds that Act 312 charges the court, not the jury, to determine the funding needed to remediate property to government standards. If (and only if) an express contractual provision requires greater remediation than government standards, a jury may consider and award such “excess remediation” damages.

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The Energy Law

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Act of a third party (must be the sole cause) Government negligence (must be the sole cause) Responsible Party Denied Use of Defenses Responsible Party loses defense if he fails to: 1. million (see table above for more information) Up to approximately $122.29 Report a spill 2. Cooperate in response 3.

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The Energy Law

JUNE 20, 2023

In this case, Tongli Shipping Pte. F]ederal maritime law governs whether a claim sounds in admiralty and that the relevant substantive law governs whether a plaintiff has alleged a valid prima facie claim,” citing Blue Whale Corp. Tongli”) time chartered the cargo ship M/V Orient Rise to Bunge S.A. Grand China Shipping Dev.

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The Energy Law

JULY 18, 2018

the Third Circuit not only provides yet another example of the uniform application of the doctrine in cases involving mineral rights under Louisiana law, but expressly and thoroughly rejects the numerous arguments on which plaintiffs-landowners have continued to rely. BP America Production Company, et al. , In Eagle Pipe and Supply, Inc.

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The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Meanwhile, the plaintiffs’ strident effort to return to the state courts, located in the coastal Parishes whose governments have sued the industry, has yielded an opinion involving the jurisdiction of federal district courts during an appeal. The case is The Parish of Plaquemines v. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. 18-5217 (E.D.

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The Energy Law

OCTOBER 2, 2020

By granting the petition, the Supreme Court has agreed to review the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision remanding the suit to state court after rejecting the energy companies’ contention that they were acting as federal officers pursuant to historical contracts with the federal government.

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The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The policy selected New York law to govern all future disputes arising under the contract. Marine insurance policies are maritime contracts which are governed in the first instance by maritime law. To receive information from Liskow & Lewis, your information will be kept in a secured contact database. 2 1 348 U.S.

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The Energy Law

DECEMBER 2, 2016

This marine investigation presentation brought together a number of experienced government and private practice lawyers to offer their unique perspectives. Do not be an obstructionist, this is the federal government that you are dealing with, not an opposing party or lawyer. You have no leverage.

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The Energy Law

MARCH 19, 2020

In a registered securities offering, Section 11 of the ’33 Act allows purchasers to sue for false or misleading information included in a registration statement. Before Cyan was decided, the enforceability of exclusive federal forum provisions was challenged in a separate Delaware case, Sciabacucchi v. Salzberg. [2] 1] Cyan, Inc.

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