October 20, 2003 | New Jersey Law Journal
Former EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman: Looking Back, Looking ForwardChristine Todd Whitman seemed like an odd selection to head the Bush Administration's U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. But the lure of a cabinet post - even a not very glamorous one - in an incoming Republican administration was tempting enough to cause her to leave Trenton one year early.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
15 minute read
September 18, 2006 | New Jersey Law Journal
Triggering of the PSD Permit RequirementThe U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Duke Energy will provide important guidance as to how the Roberts' Court views environmental issues.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
September 21, 2006 | Law.com
U.S. Supreme Court to Rule on Clean Air Act DisputeThe U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to resolve a dispute that concerns the interpretation of two important and related Clean Air Act provisions, which could provide important guidance on how the Roberts Court views environmental issues. At issue is the 4th Circuit's holding that, in determining what power plant "modifications" require a Prevention of Significant Deterioration permit, Congress' definition of "modification" within the act's New Source Performance Standards provision should apply.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
August 15, 2005 | New Jersey Law Journal
Private Beach Club Not So Exclusive AnymoreNew Jersey Supreme Court rules public trust doctrine gives the public the right to use property owned by a private beach club.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
9 minute read
February 06, 2006 | New Jersey Law Journal
The Legacy of Libby, MontanaEvery now and then, a case comes along like the one resulting from asbestos contamination in Libby, Montana to remind us what environmental protection is really all about.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
June 15, 2007 | New Jersey Law Journal
Tax Exemption For Historic SitesNew Jersey Supreme Court finds DEP failed to act in conformance with the Administrative Procedure Act in matter involving tax exemption for historic site.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
February 21, 2005 | New Jersey Law Journal
Redevelopment Meets Green AcresSince its inception in 1961, the state's Green Acres program, which provides financial assistance for conservation and recreation purposes, has been extremely popular with local governments. But over time, recipients have realized the money has strings attached.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
November 21, 2005 | New Jersey Law Journal
Municipal Environmental ResponsibilitiesEnvironmental issues faced by municipalities tend to arise in three general settings: the management of municipal facilities; the adoption and enforcement of land use regulations; and the obligation to assure compliance with environmental requirements.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
June 11, 2008 | New Jersey Law Journal
Pending Proposal Would Extend Life of Governmental PermitsIn light of the state's economy, the adoption of the Permit Extension Act would have seemed to be a virtual certainty. But the environmental community has a different view and promptly expressed its strong opposition.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
7 minute read
December 04, 2006 | New Jersey Law Journal
Lessons from a Contaminated DaycareThe discovery of mercury contamination at a daycare center in Franklin Township, Gloucester County, has resulted in a flurry of litigation. It appears that the Legislature will enact a measure that imposes additional procedures before former industrial and other facilities/sites can be redeveloped for child care centers and educational uses.
By Lewis Goldshore and Marsha Wolf
8 minute read