Includes bibliographical references (page 129) and index.
Executive summary -- Why was CERCLA enacted? -- What did CERCLA originally provide? -- How was CERCLA expanded in 1986? -- Who is liable under CERCLA? -- What are the defenses to liability under CERCLA? -- Why is retroactive liability constitutional? -- How does the government order a cleanup? -- What is the national contingency plan? -- May a private party recover cleanup costs under CERCLA? -- What are the tools for CERCLA enforcement? -- When may a CERCLA order be reviewed?