The oil rig explosion attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are available to review potential legal claims from businesses and workers who suffered a loss of wages or profits due to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Several industries, including commercial fishing, have the potential to be adversely affected as the oil slick nears the coast. If you work in an industry or own a company that has suffered financial losses as a result of the oil spill, you may be entitled to collect damages for lost wages or profits under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990.
The oil rig explosion attorneys at Morgan and Morgan are currently offering a free case review for those who have been adversely affected by the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Business and individuals expected to suffer financial losses as a result of the oil spill include, but are not limited to the following: businesses and employees in the oyster, shrimping, commercial fishing and seafood processing industries; marina and dock owners and operators; owners of private and commercial boats; owners of waterfront properties, including restaurants; and state, county and city governments.
Oil spills, like the one stemming from the Deepwater Horizon explosion, can potentially damage surrounding ecosystems and kill or contaminate fish and other sea life. The toxicity of the crude oil can also interfere with the oceanic food chain and reproduction abilities of sea creatures. If this occurs, the commercial fishing industry, which earns $2.4 billion annually in Louisiana alone, may take years to recover.
Similarly, the tourism industry may suffer financial losses if the oil spill reaches the coast. Gulf Coast beaches, which attract millions of tourists every year, may have to be closed for cleanup. As a result, restaurants, hotels, and other companies that rely on tourists for business are likely to suffer profit losses.
Businesses that do not rely on the Gulf of Mexico may also suffer financial hardships due to the oil spill. Business activities and property values can decline if soil and water quality becomes compromised. This can result in unemployment for many workers, who would subsequently suffer a loss in wages.
If you have lost wages or profits due to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, complete the Free Case Evaluation form now to learn more about your legal rights. The oil spill lawyers at Morgan & Morgan can determine whether you have a claim under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and help you get compensation for lost profits, wages or earning capacity.
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