Shell

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Timeline

  1. Expected Ruling

    The Court is expected to issue a final decision on the jurisdictional and preemption issues.

  2. SCOTUS Intervention

    The Supreme Court grants certiorari to hear the oil industry's petition to block state-level suits.

  3. Appellate Rulings

    Multiple federal appeals courts rule that the cases can proceed in state courts, prompting industry appeals.

  4. Litigation Wave

    Dozens of U.S. cities and states file lawsuits against oil majors alleging climate deception.

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SCOTUS to Hear Oil Giants' Bid to Block Climate Change Litigation

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review a critical appeal from major oil and gas companies seeking to halt or relocate climate change lawsuits filed by state and local governments. This decision marks a potential turning point for the fossil fuel industry's legal liability regarding environmental damages and consumer deception claims.

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