Richland-Lexington Airport Dist. v. Atlas Properties, Inc.

ELR Citation: ELR 21059
No(s). 89-2624 (4th Cir. Apr 24, 1990)

The court holds that a chemical company is liable to an airport for costs of removal of hazardous waste under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). Prior government approval is not necessary before allowing a private suit to recover the cost of a cleanup...