A recent Wisconsin court case found manure spread on a
farmer's field is a product; but once the manure runs-off into his well, the
bacteria in the fertilizer is an environmental hazard, not part of the
product. For the purpose of this discu...
The latest trend in environmental risk management is vapor intrusion, usually referencing toxic fumes from historical external spills penetrating the building envelope creating unhealthy air conditions.
Unfortunately, the canaries in the office co...
Environmental liability, as a legal
issue, is in its infancy; but maturing quickly. The challenge for contractors
involves staying ahead of the evidence chain.
Since you don't know what hidden environmental tort will arise next,
prevention an...
Directors and Officers
(D&O) coverage protects company and individual assets from claims regarding
the management professionalism of the upper levels of companies.
The leading cause of D&O claims and payouts concerns financial reporting....
Site management includes proper
storage of fuels and other potentially toxic supplies. Fuel tanks require
secondary containment for rupture control and a safe low-traffic location.
Other potential toxins need proper containment and inventory contr...