Environmental + Toxic Tort Litigation

Experienced Defense in

Complex Environmental Claims

We defend businesses in environmental enforcement and toxic tort litigation, including hazardous materials, contamination, and asbestos matters, combining courtroom strength with technical expertise.

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Proven Defense

Success in high-exposure environmental and toxic tort cases.

Technical Expertise

Deep hazardous materials, & remediation knowledge.

Regulatory Experience

Federal and state enforcement defense

Trial-Ready Advocacy

Strategic defense in complex litigation

Why choose Barton Gilman for environmental and toxic tort litigation?

Defending Superfund and state hazardous waste liability claims.

Securing summary judgment in asbestos exposure cases under statute of repose defenses.

Dismissing multi-case asbestos actions lacking jurisdictional connection.

Protecting clients in environmental cost-recovery and remediation disputes.

Defeating seven-figure property damage claims involving alleged contamination.

Our environmental litigation team handles high-stakes regulatory and toxic

Asbestos & Toxic Exposure

Successfully limiting contractor liability through dispositive rulings that reshaped asbestos litigation in Rhode Island.

Superfund & Hazardous Waste

Defending businesses in federal and state environmental enforcement and cleanup actions.

Property Contamination Claims

Defeating substantial claims alleging environmental damage and business loss.

Remediation & Underground Storage Tanks

Representing companies in cleanup disputes and cost allocation proceedings.

Multi-Party & Cross-Border Litigation

Securing dismissal of numerous claims lacking jurisdictional or legal foundation.

How we work

Simplifying Your Journey

Matter Assessment

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We begin by analyzing the environmental allegations, regulatory context, and technical evidence underlying each claim.

Review site history, reports, and investigative findings

Identify regulatory exposure and potential liability drivers

Assess scientific, medical, and environmental factors

Strategic Planning

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Environmental and toxic tort matters demand coordinated legal and technical strategies tailored to complex evidence.

Develop defense themes grounded in regulatory and scientific frameworks

Engage environmental, medical, and technical experts

Evaluate litigation, regulatory, and resolution pathways

Execution & Advocacy

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We advance our clients’ defense through comprehensive preparation and assertive representation across forums.

Manage discovery, expert coordination, and motion practice

Prepare corporate witnesses and technical testimony

Represent clients in regulatory proceedings, negotiations, and trial

Resolution & Risk Management

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We strive to achieve favorable outcomes while helping clients address ongoing environmental and operational risks.

Negotiate settlements or defend claims through trial and appeal

Advise on remediation, compliance, and regulatory strategy

Provide guidance on minimizing future environmental exposure

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