The United States and Alaska are pursuing enforcement action against Duran Construction Company LLC and its principals Marciano Duran and Josette Duran over alleged violations at multiple construction sites. The complaint references three separate site locations where the government alleges environmental infractions occurred.
Judge Peterson granted the parties' joint request to resume litigation after an undisclosed period of stay. The order requires defendants to "cooperate fully with and not oppose any request" for site entry during Alaska's construction season from April 29 to September 28, 2026. The judge gave defendants 60 days to file their answer to the government's complaint.
The case was originally filed in 2022 but had been stayed while the parties engaged in settlement discussions. The procedural order suggests ongoing negotiations, as Peterson allowed the parties to jointly request another stay if they are close to reaching a settlement agreement within the next 60 days.
The ruling keeps the door open for resolution while ensuring the government can conduct necessary site inspections during Alaska's limited construction season. If settlement talks fail, the case will proceed to full litigation with defendants required to respond to the environmental allegations.