Environmental & Energy,
Corporate,
Administrative/Regulatory
Aug. 14, 2024
Lessons from the California-Chevron climate showdown
Chevron's move may accelerate corporate relocations from states with stricter environmental policies, affecting the landscape of environmental law in both state and federal courts.
Wentzelee Botha
Partner, Brown & Winters
Environmental Law and Environmental Insurance Law
William E. Brown
Partner, Brown & Winters
Environmental Law
Casha Cappuccio
Associate, Brown & Winters
Environmental Insurance Coverage, Insurance Archaeology, Bad Faith Litigation and Environmental Litigation
Chevron has joined a parade of major corporations, including Tesla and Oracle, leaving California for Texas. Like other corporations, Chevron points to the high cost of labor and housing as major factors spurring the move. However, Chevron's relocation to Texas is not just a matter of cost, but also a strategic move to align its operations with a more favorable ...
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