Discussion Post
Evaluating Public Nuisance As A Legal Cause Of Action To Hold Oil Companies Responsible For The Public Costs Of Climate Change.
In recent years, local government entities have filed lawsuits against oil companies to hold them responsible for the public costs of climate change under the theory of public nuisance. As you will see in the video below, Marin and San Mateo Counties brought a case in 2017. These cases are still pending in the courts today.
What is your opinion regarding using the courts and the legal claim of public nuisance to hold oil companies responsible for public costs of climate change? Watch the video and post your response
Youtube Video: "Marin And San Mateo Counties Sue 37 Oil, Gas And Coal Companies".
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