Environmental
A Kentucky property owner is responsible for cleanup of environmental contamination on their property even if they did not cause it, under which law?
AKRS Chapter 324
BCERCLA (Superfund)✓ Correct
CRESPA
DECOA
Explanation
CERCLA imposes strict liability for cleanup costs on current property owners, regardless of whether they caused the contamination. This is why environmental due diligence is critical before purchasing property.
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