Federal Appeals Court Upholds $14.25 Million Penalty Against ExxonMobil for Air Pollution

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- The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a $14.25 million penalty against ExxonMobil.
- Majority judges stated, Justice delayed is justice denied. in their opinion.
- The lawsuit was filed in 2010 by Environment Texas and Sierra Club.
- Judge David Hittner originally imposed a $19.95 million penalty in 2017.
- Judge James Ho emphasized the need to follow Supreme Court precedent.
- ExxonMobil is considering its options after the ruling.
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