WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court kicked off a new term, with the justices wrestling with an attempt by oil companies to throw out lawsuits alleging they should pay damages for the impacts of climate change. Although the case concerns a specific lawsuit the city and county of Boulder, Colorado, brought against Exxon Mobil and Suncor Energy, the ultimate decision could have broad ramifications. …Boulder officials say they face increasing costs because of the impacts of climate change, including efforts to minimize risks from wildfires. …The lawsuit says Exxon and Suncor misled consumers about the impact that greenhouse gases produced by their products would have on the climate. The companies deny the allegations and warn that if the Boulder lawsuit moves forward… energy companies could face crippling damages. They also argue climate change is an international issue that cannot be the subject of litigation in state courts.