Supreme Court Opens Term With Oil Industry Challenge to Climate Lawsuits
Source Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court is beginning its new term with a case in which the oil industry seeks to dismiss climate-related lawsuits. The case represents a significant legal challenge to climate litigation strategies that have targeted fossil fuel companies. The outcome could affect the viability of similar climate suits pending in courts across the country.
Why it matters
The Supreme Court's decision could determine whether a major category of climate litigation can proceed, affecting the legal exposure of fossil fuel companies and the viability of climate accountability strategies.
