Judge Denies Sable Offshore's Lawsuit
Sable Offshore's request for financial damages against the Coastal Commission was denied by the Santa Barbara County Superior Court.
The company had filed a lawsuit in February, seeking approximately $347 million in damages and declaratory relief, after the state regulator issued notices and orders that halted pipeline work along the Gaviota Coast.
Sable Offshore has vowed to appeal the ruling.
The Houston-based company is seeking damages for the temporary halt of oil production.
- Lawsuit filed: February
- Damages sought: $347 million
- Relief sought: Declaratory relief
Author's summary: Sable Offshore's lawsuit against Coastal Commission denied.