Getting Rail Hazmat Violation Enforcement Back On Track

Law360, New York ( April 4, 2016, 11:50 AM EDT) -- A Feb. 24, 2016 U.S. Department of Transportation audit report found systemic problems with the Federal Rail Administration's policies, procedures and enforcement of hazardous materials regulations. The likely effect is an overcorrection by the administration with more inspections, higher civil penalties and referrals to the DOT for criminal investigation. The report should serve as a warning for any rail operator covered by hazmat regulations that increased scrutiny is likely to come soon....

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