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Is it too late for Guam to sue the Navy to pay for the cleanup of its dumpsite?

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Share On Monday the Supreme Court will hear a dispute between the U.S. Navy and the territory of Guam that turns on interpretation of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, also known as CERCLA or the Superfund statute. In 1944, Guam was recaptured by the U.S. United States. or a state].”.

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Refreshing unanimity in court’s interpretation of Superfund law

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Share Just four weeks after hearing oral argument, the Supreme Court on Monday issued a refreshingly clear, unanimous decision in Guam v. In an opinion by Justice Clarence Thomas, the court held that Guam could seek contribution from the U.S. United States. or a state].”. or a state].”.

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