Focus on Courts
US Supreme Court gives miners, farmers new shot at overturning regulations
Proponents expect the ruling to bolster challenges to various regulations, including the ESG investing rule.
Chevron doctrine ruling: US SC reduces powers of federal regulators
The rejection of the Chevron doctrine shifts power from federal agencies to the courts, affecting rules on environment, health, and safety.
Canadian miner FQM to launch formal arbitration versus Panama
First Quantum Minerals will launch formal arbitration proceedings against Panama over the country's decision to close the Cobre Panama mine.
US Supreme Court blocks EPA’s ‘Good Neighbor’ air pollution plan
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked an EPA regulation aimed at reducing ozone emissions that may worsen air pollution in neighboring states.
Climate lawsuits against companies on the rise: report
Accusations of "climate-washing" or misleading marketing have been among the drivers for more recent cases against corporations.
Republican state AGs challenge new US fuel economy rules
The AGs have called the ne requirements unworkable and forcing automakers to build more electric vehicles.
Complex bids could extend Citgo auction evaluation, sources say
The court-organized auction of the seventh-largest U.S. oil refiner aims to satisfy up to $21.3 billion in claims against Venezuela.
Italy must not ignore Ilva steel plant health risks, EU court rules
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -A steel plant in the southern Italian city of Taranto should be shut down if it poses significant threats to the...
Fisker heads toward liquidation as creditors fight over assets
Electric vehicle startup Fisker is headed towards a liquidation, attorneys said in U.S. bankruptcy court on Friday, as two creditor factions previewed a...
