TC Systems, Inc. Hazardous Substance Allegations by Washington Department of EcologyWe represent TC Systems, the former operator and lease guarantor of a metal coating and finishing business in Everett, Washington, regarding allegations of release of hazardous substances. The Washington Department of Ecology made these allegations and required TC Systems and the lessor to enter into an Agreed Order to conduct a remedial investigation and, if necessary, a feasibility study and work plan. We have represented the former operator and guarantor in negotiations regarding the Agreed Order (including opposing successor liability claims against the guarantor), negotiations with the landlord concerning decommissioning the facility and remedial investigation, coordination with the former operator’s consultant, and defense of the lessor’s lawsuit for contribution. |