The U.S. Department of Defense will have until October 2026 to remove aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) from its facilities and discontinue its use in portable firefighting equipment. The prohibition of AFFF, which contains toxic compounds known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), was a stipulation in the Department’s fiscal year 2020 appropriations bill scheduled to take effect in October 2024. The Department used a waiver in August 2024 to push […]

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In California, real estate owners owe various legal duties to inform prospective buyers and tenants of environmental hazards on their properties. Noncompliance with these legal duties can expose owners to substantial liability, so it is essential to work closely with an experienced California environmental attorney to ensure compliance. Of course, in addition to disclosing environmental hazards, owners of commercial and residential properties may also be required to make various other […]

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Most commercial general liability (CGL) insurance policies exclude coverage for pollution-related liability. This has been the case for nearly 40 years, since the insurance industry took steps to protect itself in the wake of the enactment of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). But, for prospective buyers who want to protect themselves, there are still options available. Learn more from the California contamination lawyers at Bick Law […]

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For prospective buyers of commercial and industrial real estate, conducting environmental due diligence is a critical step in the transaction. It is not only a best practice to ensure informed decision-making, but also a key tool for mitigating liability, particularly when guided by a California environmental attorney. Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), buyers that conduct “all appropriate inquiries,” or “AAI,” and meet other applicable requirements […]

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