POLLARD v. E. I. du PONT de NEMOURS & CO.

Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Kathleen L. Caldwell argued the cause for petitioner. With her on the briefs was Eric Schnapper.

Matthew D. Roberts argued the cause for the United States et al. as amici curiae urging reversal. With him on the brief were Acting Solicitor General Underwood, Acting Assistant Attorney General Yeomans, Austin C. Schlick, Dennis J. Dimsey, Jennifer Levin, Gwendolyn Young Reams, Phillip B. Sklover, Carolyn L. Wheeler, and Caren I. Friedman.

Raymond Michael Ripple argued the cause for respondent. With him on the brief was Donna L. Goodman.*

Thomas, J., delivered the opinion of the Court, in which all other Members joined, except O'Connor, J., who took no part in the consideration or decision of the case.