Do we really need a set of specialty statutes to govern environmental law? Can we not just make do with the remedies and regimes provided under common law? What are specific examples of the successful (or unsuccessful) use of common law and statutory law to resolve environmental problems?

Answer rating: 100% (QA)

The question of whether specialty statutes are necessary to govern environmental law or if common law remedies and regimes are sufficient is a complex and debated topic Both approaches have advantages ... View the full answer