Despite Norfolk Southern’s assertions that it would make things right in East Palestine — after a derailment back in February 2023, the company appears to continue to resist doing so. Most recently, it filed motions in federal court seeking to exclude expert testimony presented by the state of Ohio and the United States as part of ongoing litigation.

The proposed $315 million federal settlement between Norfolk Southern and the U.S. Department of Justice is still pending.

Among the challenged witnesses are three medical doctors who support Ohio’s effort for a long-term medical monitoring program for affected residents. The company also questions the qualifications of those weighing in on mechanical inspections and wayside detection systems, and a cost-damage expert.

Norfolk Southern also

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