Waltzer Wiygul & Garside is proud to continue our long-time work with environmental non-profit, Louisiana Environmental Action Network, by commencing Clean Water Act action against Smitty's Supply in Roseland. The Clean Water Act is a way for the public to hold companies accountable when government agencies do not act or do not act quickly enough. It will allow citizens to [...]
When residents take the time to report pollution, they expect action, or at the very least, a response. But in Louisiana, underfunded or overwhelmed environmental agencies often delay or ignore these reports entirely. So, what can you do when the system fails you? In this article, we break down your legal options when environmental agency complaints are ignored in Louisiana. [...]
Living in a peaceful neighborhood is something every Louisiana resident should be able to enjoy. But when that peace is interrupted by constant noise, pollution, or other disturbances, whether from a neighbor or a nearby business, it may be time to act. In this article, we explain when and how you can respond legally to protect your rights. If you're [...]
Fighting environmental issues can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re going up against large corporations or complex government systems. But one of the most powerful tools available to residents is their own collective voice. In this article, we discuss how citizens can start organizing community environmental threats in Louisiana. From identifying the issues to building coalitions and engaging legal help, here’s [...]
GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) — Attorneys for Mississippi Power Co. and the Sierra Club spent nearly four hours in a Harrison County courtroom on Friday arguing about whether the economics of the power company’s Kemper County lignite plant make sense right now. The Sierra Club is asking Chancery Court Judge Jim Persons to revoke the certificate the Mississippi Public Service Commission [...]
In keeping with WWG’s commitment to protect the people and places we love, WWG has joined the effort of national environmental groups like the Sierra Club, Natural Resources Defense Council, and others to challenge certain environmental rollbacks pushed by the former presidential administration and to support sound policies to assess ways to prevent damage from unchecked oil and gas drilling. [...]
