A polluter who discharges toxic chemical wastes on the ground or into water is strictly liable for damage to a neighbor's water supply.

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This is correct. The legal doctrine of strict liability holds polluters responsible for damage caused by their activities, regardless of whether the polluter was negligent or intentionally caused harm. Therefore, if a polluter discharges toxic chemical wastes that contaminate a neighbor's water supply, the polluter would be responsible for the damage caused.

A Polluter Who Discharges Toxic Chemical Wastes on the Ground