BP Oil Spill: Mississippi Property & Income Damage

The catastrophic oil spill off the Gulf of Mexico, known as the BP oil spill and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, continues to upset the livelihood of residents, property owners and members of the tourism and fishing communities along the Gulf coast states, including Mississippi. Hundreds of sea creatures, turtles, dolphins, birds, fish and other marine mammals are dying and losing their homes to this tragic environmental disaster.

Already, more than 6,800 square miles of fishing grounds have been shut down, extending from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Florida Panhandle. Fishermen and others whose livelihoods depend on the seafood that flourishes in the Gulf coast waters could be impacted for years to come.

If you are one of the many people who have suffered from income or property damage as a result of the massive Gulf Coast oil spill, we may be able to help you seek financial relief. For more information, please contact attorneys specializing in oil spill lawsuits.

How It Happened: Deepwater Horizon Explosion

What could be the most horrific oil spill in U.S. history began with an explosion on an offshore oil-drilling rig operated by BP about 40 miles off the Louisiana coast. Thousands of gallons continue to seep into the waters every single day. Winds traveling at high speeds have helped the oil spread quickly through the waters.

Debates continue as to how much oil is being leaked into the waters. BP estimated that the Deepwater Horizon was losing approximately 5,000 barrels of oil a day; equaling 210,000 gallons. As the tragedy continues, however, private scientists say they believe the rig could be leaking anywhere from 5 to 16 times that amount.

Mississippi River Delta

Photos have emerged of oil-covered sand found on the beaches at the mouth of the Mississippi River. Just days after the explosion, the oil slick was discovered on the Mississippi River delta, a tragic event as the marshlands in the Mississippi River are home to various endangered birds and other animals species.

The Mississippi State Department of Health has issued warning to the public to avoid swimming, skiing and surfing in the waters where oil can be seen. Boating through the oil slick is to be avoided as well. People are being advised to stay indoors if they begin to feel lightheaded, nauseous or if they experienced severe headache. These may be signs of a reaction to the oil fumes.

Seeking Compensation in Mississippi

If you’ve suffered a loss due to the tragic oil spill, contact us for legal assistance. Class action lawsuits have already been filed on behalf of fishermen and others whose livelihoods have been destroyed. We will evaluate your claims for free and will fight to ensure you recover the full amount of compensation you are entitled to.

Contact our Mississippi oil spill lawyers today and schedule your free consultation.

BP Oil Spill Breaking News

"BP to establish $20 billion fund for Gulf cleanup and compensation"

The Obama administration and British Petroleum (BP) have furthered negotiations for a cleanup and compensation fund for the oil spill that devastated the Gulf of Mexico.

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"Panel hears testimony on BP oil spill"

During its third round of meetings, a federal panel working to determine the precise cause of the BP oil spill heard testimony focusing on human errors that ...

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"Gulf oil spill could be contained soon"

There hasn't been much positive news in regards to the Gulf oil spill, but that trend may be ending as the Coast Guard says the spilled oil will be contained wit...

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BP Oil Spill: Mississippi Property & Income Damage

How It Happened: Deepwater Horizon Explosion

Mississippi River Delta

Seeking Compensation in Mississippi

BP Oil Spill Breaking News

"BP to establish $20 billion fund for Gulf cleanup and compensation"

"Panel hears testimony on BP oil spill"

"Gulf oil spill could be contained soon"

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