Asked by TyChanda Carter on Sep 29, 2024
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What limits the effectiveness of environmental lawsuits?
A) the difficulty of finding a defendant
B) the lack of recovery of attorneys' fees by public-interest law firms
C) short length of time for court proceedings
D) lawyers often fight for environmental law cases
Environmental Lawsuits
Legal actions initiated by individuals, organizations, or governments aimed at enforcing environmental laws, addressing pollution, or protecting natural resources and public health.
Public-Interest Law Firms
Legal organizations that provide services focused on broader societal issues and rights, often for those who cannot afford them.
Attorneys' Fees
Costs paid to lawyers for their legal services.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of environmental lawsuits and legal actions in environmental conservation.
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Medhane Wolduabout 8 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Public-interest law firms that bring environmental lawsuits do not typically recover their attorney fees. This lack of financial resources can limit the effectiveness of environmental lawsuits.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of environmental lawsuits and legal actions in environmental conservation.