Fossil Fuel Lawsuits Over Climate Damages Jump
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Maryland cities including Baltimore and Annapolis are suing major oil and gas companies, accusing them of deceptive practices that fueled climate change and local environmental damage.
McIntyre notes that the case before the Maryland Supreme Court could set a precedent for similar climate accountability lawsuits nationwide, though previous attempts in other states have faced legal setbacks.
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