This course will provide students with an in depth review of the laws and policies regarding the introduction of hazardous substances into the marketplace, the handling and release of such substances, and the storage, treatment and disposal of hazardous wastes. The course also will study the investigation and remediation of chemical releases, including examining both major cleanups at "Superfund" sites and the cleanup and redevelopment of "Brownfield" sites. Students also will review how these environmental issues impact purchase and sale of real property and how due diligence and allocation of liability can be handled in transactions involving contaminated property. The course will focus in particular on the TSCA, RCRA and CERCLA statutes, including the recent amendments to the TSCA statute. The course will emphasize the practical aspects of practicing environmental law. During the course students will do two papers/practical exercises in lieu of exams. This course qualifies for writing credit.
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