Lowell E. Baier
Lowell E. Baier meticulously chronicles a century of American natural resources management and critically examines the profound dysfunction of the Equal Access to Justice Act, offering crucial insights and proposed amendments to safeguard legitimate public interests.
The book achieved significant recognition, being honored as the Grand Prize Winner and Best Non-Fiction Book in 2017 at the Next Generation INDIE Book Awards, where it also secured a win in the Science/Nature/Environment category. Further demonstrating its impact, it was named a Finalist for the prestigious Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards in the Ecology and Environment category. Authored by Lowell E. Baier, recognized as one of America's foremost authorities on environmental litigation, this book meticulously chronicles a century of American natural resources management. Baier's comprehensive narrative delves deeply into the critical role of environmental litigation, the implications of citizen suit provisions, and the often-controversial subject of attorneys' fees in shaping environmental policy and outcomes. Notably, Baier presents the inaugural book-length, exhaustive examination of the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA), a piece of legislation that, despite its profound impact, remains largely unexamined in depth. He meticulously explores its pivotal role within the sphere of environmental litigation. While the EAJA was initially conceived with the noble intention of assisting specific vulnerable groups—namely veterans, the disabled, and small businesses—Baier critically contends that its current application has ironically led to a profound dysfunction, effectively paralyzing America's public land management agencies in their efforts to implement responsible policies. Within its pages, the book guides readers through the complex historical evolution of the EAJA, illuminating its origins and trajectory. It thoroughly scrutinizes the diverse range of entities and individuals who have become beneficiaries of the law. Furthermore, Baier dedicates significant attention to profiling 20 of America's most prominent and active environmental groups frequently engaged in litigation, offering insights into their strategies and impact. Crucially, the author doesn't merely critique but also proposes thoughtfully crafted and precise amendments to the EAJA. These recommendations are designed to rectify documented abuses of the law within the environmental context, all while meticulously safeguarding legitimate public interests and the foundational principles the Act was intended to uphold. Consequently, Inside the Equal Access to Justice Act is poised to become an indispensable resource. It will prove invaluable for members of the environmental legal community, dedicated environmentalists, legal and policy practitioners operating across all levels of government, and indeed, any reader with a vested interest in the complexities of environmental policy, its enforcement, and the ongoing evolution and expansion of the administrative state in America.
Authors: Lowell E. Baier
Publication date: 17-12-2015
Language: en
Pages: 679
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Lowell E. Baier is an American lawyer, historian, conservationist, and philanthropist. He has served on the board of numerous national conservation and historical organizations, including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, and the National Archives Foundation. He is known for his advocacy of wildlife and natural resource conservation, as well as for his work in historical preservation. He is the author of several books on history and conservation, including "The Forgotten Statesman of American History: The Life and Legacy of Congressman Frank Smithwick Baier". He has been recognized with multiple awards for his dedication to conservation and history.
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