United States of America v. Norfolk Southern Railway Company et al.

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Case overview

Case Number:

4:23-cv-00675

Court:

Ohio Northern

Nature of Suit:

Environmental Matters

Judge:

John R. Adams

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  1. July 10, 2023

    EPA Aims To Strike Norfolk Southern's Derailment Defenses

    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is asking an Ohio federal court to strike seven of Norfolk Southern Railway Co.'s affirmative defenses in a suit over the East Palestine derailment, saying that the railroad has no chance of succeeding on those defenses and that they will only lead to extended discovery and court costs.

  2. March 31, 2023

    EPA Sues Norfolk Southern Over Ohio Derailment

    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency joined the growing list of parties suing Norfolk Southern over its derailment, fire and chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio, making claims for violations of the Clean Water Act and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act.

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