Lawsuit regarding alleged harmful effects of gas drilling dismissed

Today, businesses need to ensure that their consumers and the general public are satisfied with their environmental protection strategies. Ensuring that a business owner's products do not harm the planet or the people living on it is important and many companies have taken on new initiatives to "go green." However, gas and oil companies may find themselves accused of causing problems for the environment. As such, consulting an attorney for business cases may be beneficial for companies in Arizona.

The Associated Press reported that one lawsuit regarding the alleged harmful effects of a gas drilling company has been dismissed. A federal judge in New York ruled in favor of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency and rejected state Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's request to accomplish a full environmental analysis. Schneiderman wanted to review the harmful effects of gas drilling in a watershed that sends water to millions of people in the state.

U.S. District Court Judge Nicholas Garaufis stated that the lawsuit came much too early and that Schneiderman has the right to file a case against this gas drilling project after the regulations of the situation have been finalized.

‘"This office will continue to review all options moving forward to ensure that the federal government meets its clear legal obligation to fully study the potential risks to New Yorkers' health, environment and public safety before allowing fracking in the Delaware River Basin," Schneiderman said in a statement.

The Delaware River Basin Commission will review whether the area is safe for high-volume hydraulic fracturing, according to the source.

Companies in Arizona that have been prematurely accused of harming the planet may want to speak with knowledgeable attorneys at a Phoenix business law firm.
 

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