DOJ sues Norfolk Southern over Ohio derailment.

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DOJ sues Norfolk Southern over Ohio derailment.
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The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern over alleged Clean Water Act violations that occurred due to a train derailment in Ohio in February. The lawsuit seeks "injunctive relief, cost recovery, and civil penalties" for the alleged violations. Norfolk Southern has been in hot water with state and federal officials concerning the environmental implications of the derailment. The state of Ohio has also sued Norfolk Southern in a bid to ensure the company pays for environmental damage and cleanup efforts.

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