Ohio judge approves $600 million settlement for residents near fiery East Palestine train derailment
A federal judge approved Norfolk Southern’s $600 million class-action settlement offer, more than a year after the devastating East Palestine, Ohio derailment. Judge Benita Pearson approved the class-action settlements and a 27% fee for attorneys, overruling all objections. The $600 million, to be paid by Norfolk Southern, will compensate households and businesses within a 20-mile […]