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PCB Cost Allocation

Gradient provided scientific opinions in a cost allocation dispute among PRPs at a former asphalt manufacturing facility. Our client was named as a possible generator in the case; and our opinion addressed the allocation for all parties involved; including two prior owner/operators; and a successor property owner. Our allocation framework was founded upon "Gore factors;" including estimates of PCB mass/volume; as well as historical uses of PCBs; historical knowledge and awareness of PCB environmental issues; and the evolution of PCB regulations. Gradient provided testimony at deposition; the case settled prior to tri

Project Highlights

• Gore Factors
• Historical PCB uses/awareness
• PCB Regulations

Other Projects:

• Superfund Site Cost Allocation
• Cost Allocation at Two Former MGP Sites
• Environmental Forensics of Tar Sources
• MGP Cleanup Liability
• RI/FS Cost Allocation Model
• PCB Cost Allocation