Two companion cases from the Fourth District Court of Appeals — Wilson Energy and Bethel Oil & Gas — are currently on appeal at the Ohio Supreme Court. Both cases involve similar facts and require the resolution of the same...more
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As oil and natural gas are produced, brine and other wastewater are brought to the surface. This waste is then disposed of by Class II injection wells, categorized into three subclasses: saltwater disposal wells, enhanced...more
On June 11, 2024, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) authorized the Mountain Valley Pipeline (“MVP”) to begin its operations. MVP is a 303-mile-long pipeline that will have the capacity to transport 2 billion...more
The Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process rule (FMLLP), which was announced by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on April 12, 2024, represents a significant update to the Federal onshore oil and gas leasing framework....more
The Franklin County Court of Common Pleas (Franklin County, Ohio) is set to determine whether Ohio lawmakers violated the Ohio Constitution through the amendments made to R.C. 155.33 via House Bill 507 (“HB 507”), which...more
Many contracts in the energy sector contain arbitrations clauses – some are mandatory, while others are optional. In recent years, arbitration has become a mainstay in resolving energy disputes, particularly because of the...more
Arbitration clauses are gaining prominence in energy contracts due to evolving industry issues and complexities. Explore some pros and cons to help make informed contract decisions for your business in this Oliva Gibbs case...more