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Bick Law LLP Welcomes Former DOJ Environmental Trial Attorney Tyler Alexander

Mon Jun 2nd, On Firm News, by

Bick Law LLP is proud to announce that Tyler Alexander has joined the firm as an attorney, bringing with him a distinguished record of service and expertise in federal environmental and natural resources law. Tyler joins Bick Law after serving for seven years as a Trial Attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) in Washington, D.C. During his tenure at the DOJ, Tyler defended […]

EPA Revises PFAS Drinking Water Regulation: What It Means for Water Utilities and Industry Stakeholders

Fri May 30th, On Environmental Law, by

On May 14, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced significant updates to its National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) concerning per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These changes will impact drinking water systems, industrial facilities, and municipalities nationwide—particularly those dealing with PFAS monitoring, treatment, and compliance. Key Takeaways  #1: Compliance Deadline for PFOA and PFOS Extended to 2031 EPA will retain enforceable Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for PFOA and […]

What Every Buyer Needs to Know About Environmental Due Diligence Before Closing a Real Estate Deal

Thu May 29th, On Environmental Law, by

Environmental due diligence is a key aspect of evaluating any potential commercial real estate acquisition. Yet, it frequently goes overlooked. When buyers fail to identify environmental liability risks before closing, they can find themselves facing significant unexpected costs—and, at this stage, it may be too late to hold the seller accountable. Learn more from an experienced California environmental attorney at Bick Law LLP: 3 Key Environmental Due Diligence Considerations for […]

EPA Administrator Zeldin Unveils Sweeping Measures to Address PFAS Contamination

On April 28, 2025, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin unveiled sweeping measures to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) contamination in the United States. Commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” PFAS have faced scrutiny (and been the subject of litigation) for several years, and EPA’s new measures are designed to both “stop these forever chemicals from entering drinking water systems,” and, “establish a clear liability framework that ensures […]

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