Oil

Oil Giants Invoke Free Speech to Combat Climate Change Legal Challenges

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In California, major oil companies are mounting a defense against climate change lawsuits by invoking free speech rights. Energy giants including ExxonMobil and Chevron argue that they are protected by the First Amendment in their communications regarding climate science and policy. These lawsuits, filed by several municipalities, allege that the companies misled the public about the impact of fossil fuels on climate change and have failed to take responsibility for environmental damage. The cases assert that misleading information contributed to global warming and increased costs related to disaster recovery and infrastructure improvements. As the legal … Read more

Sean Combs’ Trial Takes a ‘Slippery’ Turn: Baby Oil and ‘Freak Offs’ Under Scrutiny as Cassie Ventura Testifies

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MONTREAL, Canada — During a federal trial in Manhattan, R&B singer Cassie Ventura faced a barrage of questions about her experiences with Sean Combs, leading to a defense objection over the repeated focus on the use of baby oil in explicit scenarios. This objection arose as prosecutors delved into the details of what Ventura described as lavish and orchestrated sexual performances. The exchange unfolded on Tuesday, with Combs’ lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo, humorously noting the potential for excessive questioning regarding the baby oil, as discussions about its significance to the charges continued. The courtroom atmosphere … Read more

Denver Jury Faces High-Stakes Decision Over South Dakota Firm’s Alleged Interference in Costa Rican Oil Deal

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DENVER — A jury in Denver has been urged by a South Dakota energy company to dismiss claims that it unlawfully influenced a substantial agreement involving oil and gas rights across nearly 2.3 million acres in Costa. The dispute centers on allegations that the company’s actions disrupted a legitimate deal. During the proceedings, the energy firm presented its defense, arguing that it acted within the bounds of legal business practices. Its representatives emphasized that the charges brought against them are unfounded and lack substantive evidence. This case has attracted attention not only for its potential … Read more

Legal Battle Surges Over Waivers for California Offshore Oil Pipeline Amid Environmental Concerns

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— The Office of the State Fire Marshal faces legal action over its decision last December to grant operational waivers to Texas-based Sable Offshore, enabling the oil firm to resume oil production off the Gaviota Coast without certain anti-corrosion protections. The issue stems from the controversial restart of a pipeline that was central to the massive 2015 Refugio oil spill, prompting a lawsuit filed by the Environmental Defense Center (EDC). In December, waivers issued by the fire marshal allowed Sable Offshore to operate the pipeline without cathodic protection, a critical safety feature designed … Read more