Question

Stephen, a private individual, intends to bring a public nuisance claim against a textiles plant because its runoff is destroying the natural habitat of the local river's beaver population. Which of the following will permit Stephen to bring a valid claim?

A. Stephen is the leading aquatic biodiversity scientist in the state.

B. Stephen traps the beavers for a living.

C. The state owns the textile plant.

D. The runoff has caused substantial damage to Stephen's property.

E. The governor owns the textiles plant.

Answer 1

Stephen can bring a valid claim against the textiles plant if the runoff has caused substantial damage to his property.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order for Stephen to bring a valid claim against the textiles plant for public nuisance, he would need to establish legal standing. Legal standing means that Stephen has a sufficient connection to the issue in order to bring a claim. Out of the options provided, the one that would permit Stephen to bring a valid claim is option D, where the runoff from the textiles plant has caused substantial damage to Stephen's property. This would give Stephen the legal standing to seek compensation for the damage caused.