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Supreme Court wary of state climate suits against oil producers
Original: Supreme Court sounds wary of state-based climate change suits against oil producers
The US Supreme Court heard arguments and appeared skeptical of state-level lawsuits seeking to hold oil producers liable for climate change damages. Justices questioned whether states like California can pursue such claims in state courts, in a case watched closely by both the energy industry and environmental advocates. A ruling could shape the path of dozens of climate liability cases across the country.
Why now: The justices' questioning suggests the Court may limit states' ability to sue oil companies, with major consequences for climate litigation.
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