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| A common law doctrine under which persons may be held liable for using their property in a manner that unreasonably interferes with others' rights to use or enjoy their own property |
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| A civil wrong arising from exposure to toxic substance, such as asbestos, radiation or hazardous waste |
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| Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) |
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| A formal analysis required for nay major federal action that will significantly affect the quality of the environment to determine the action's impact and explore alternatives |
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| Water-saturated, protected areas of land that support wildlife and cannot be filled in or dredged without permit |
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| Potentially Responsible Party (PRP) |
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| A party liable for the costs of cleaning up a hazardous waste - disposal site under the comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act |
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