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Environmental Injury Cases

Can I claim compensation for noise pollution?

Yes, if noise levels exceed established sanitary norms and affect your health or quality of life, you can claim moral damages and costs for soundproofing.

Who pays for the cleanup?

Under the "Polluter Pays" principle, the entity responsible for pollution must pay for remediation and cleanup, in addition to compensating victims.

What if the damage appeared years later?

You can still sue within 3 years of discovering the damage and its cause. For long-term latent injuries (like chemical exposure), the discovery rule applies.

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Environmental Injury Cases involve civil disputes where individuals or communities seek compensation for health and property damage caused by environmental pollution or violations. This can include air, water, or soil pollution, noise, vibration, or exposure to hazardous waste. In Georgia, where industrial and construction activities often occur close to settlements, such disputes are becoming increasingly relevant. Victims have the right to claim compensation for both material damage (e.g., crop destruction, medical expenses) and moral damage.

Lawyers represented on the Legal.ge platform offer representation in environmental injury cases. Services include:

  • Damage Assessment: Organizing medical, ecological, and auditing expertise to determine the extent of damage and causal link.
  • Evidence Gathering: Collecting samples, laboratory analyses, witness testimonies, and documentary evidence to prove the fact of pollution.
  • Negotiation with Polluter: Communicating with the company for voluntary compensation before going to court.
  • Court Representation: Filing a lawsuit and defending interests in court to obtain compensation.
  • Toxic Torts: Handling specific disputes regarding chemical poisoning or chronic health damage.

Environmental injury cases are relevant in the following scenarios:

  • Factory emissions cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems in children living nearby. Parents demand reimbursement of medical expenses.
  • Vibrations from mining operations cracked village houses. Residents demand house reinforcement or compensation.
  • A farmer's land was polluted by an oil spill, destroying the crop. The farmer claims lost income and soil recultivation costs.
  • Drinking water was contaminated by sewage leakage, causing infectious diseases.

The field is regulated by the Civil Code of Georgia (tort obligations), the Law on Environmental Liability, and the Law on Health Care. Legislation establishes the "polluter pays" principle, meaning the inflictor of damage is obliged to fully compensate the loss.

Collaborating with a Legal.ge specialist is essential, as such cases require complex proof (causal link). An experienced lawyer will help you gather the necessary evidence and receive fair compensation.

Find damage compensation lawyers on Legal.ge. Our platform gives you access to lawyers specializing in environmental and health injury cases.

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