Have You Witnessed Illegal Solid Waste Pollution? Have You Been Harmed by Solid Waste Pollution?

Matern Law Group, PC is an environmental law firm with locations throughout California.

Environmental rights are an extension of the basic human rights that mankind requires and deserves. In addition to having the right to food, clean water, suitable shelter, and education, having a safe and sustainable environment is as critical as any of these other rights. California’s environmental laws are enforced by both state and local agencies, each charged with enforcing the laws governing specific types of environmental pollution.

Solid wastes are categorized as municipal waste, industrial waste, and hazardous wastes. Solid waste can pollute air, water and soil, and leave various environmental impacts, and cause health hazard, due to improper handling and transportation. Solid waste disposal is done most commonly through a sanitary landfill or through incineration.

In general terms, solid waste refers to:

• Garbage
• Refuse
• Sludge
• Oil
• Solid material resulting from residential activities
• Solid material from industrial and commercial operations

If you work at or live near a landfill, incinerator, composting center, recycling center, waste management center, town dump, or any other type of solid waste facility, your health may be at risk. If you have had your health harmed or well-being damaged by any type of solid waste dumping or contamination, or have witnessed illegal solid waste pollution or disposal, you may have a legal claim. If you would like to speak with a reputable environmental lawyer to discuss your legal options, please reach out to us to find out more about environmental laws and your rights.

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