Environmental law assures that the environment be protected against both public and private actions to take account of costs or harms inflicted on the eco-system. Attorneys handle environmental law are involved in the protection of natural resources, land, and wildlife; regulation of harmful emissions into air and water; and monitoring of commercial and industrial activities for their impact on the environment. Environmental law attorneys also advise businesses on compliance with federal and state environmental laws.
Pittstown is an unincorporated area within portions of Alexandria Township and Franklin Township in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States, named after William Pitt. The area is served as United States Postal Service ZIP Code 08867. The area was named Hofftown in the 18th century after landowner Lawrence Hoff. As of the United States Census, 2000, the population for ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA) 08867 was 4,384. Pittstown is located at 40°34′55″N 74°57′33″W / 40.58194°N 74.95917°W / 40.58194; -74.95917Coordinates: 40°34′55″N 74°57′33″W / 40.58194°N 74.95917°W / 40.58194; -74.95917.