Record the contingent liabilities associated with the hazard

Reference no: EM13900360

Several months ago, Endurance Battery Company experienced a hazardous materials spill at one of its plants. As a result, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fined the company $200,000. The company is contesting the fine. In addition, an employee is seeking $600,000 damages related to the spill. Lastly, a homeowner has sued the company for $150,000. The homeowner lives 20 miles from the plant, but believes that the incident has reduced her home's resale value by $150,000.

Endurance Battery's legal counsel believes that it is probable that the EPA fine will stand. In addition, counsel indicates that an out-of-court settlement of $250,000 has recently been reached with the employee. The final papers will be signed next week. Counsel believes that the homeowner's case is much weaker and will be decided in favor of Endurance. Other litigation related to the spill is possible, but the damage amounts are uncertain.

a. Record the contingent liabilities associated with the hazardous materials spill.

b. Prepare a note disclosure relating to this incident.

Reference no: EM13900360

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