BP Oil Spill Compensation Information

LOCAL HELP.
For over twenty years, the lawyers with Boteler & Wolfe have been committed to helping victims and their families on the Gulf Coast. With the largest environmental disaster in our nation’s history spilling onto our coastline and fishing grounds, we are devoted to providing long term legal counsel to our clients. The effects of the Deepwater Horizon catastrophe will impact coastal living for many years to come. During this time of tragedy, we are dedicated to helping all those affected by the oil spill.

BP OIL SPILL COMPENSATION FUND.
BP and the Obama Administration announced with much fanfare a fund that will be administered by Kenneth Feinburg, a lawyer who oversaw a similar fund for victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. There are specific claim forms that need to be submitted to the administrators or BP to access the fund. Many individuals and business owners may want to assist their claim directly with BP. Here are several of the BP Claim forms:

CLAIM FORMS (right-click and choose “save as…” to download)

• Commercial Fisherman Claims Form
• Commercial Shrimper Claims Form
• Crabber Claims Form
• Oyster Lease Claims Form

HELPFUL TIPS.
When filing a claim with the BP Oil Spill Compensation Fund, consider the following:
As with all legal claims, the claimant has the burden of proving the legitimacy of all aspects of the claim;
Utilize appraisers, accountants, and other professionals on complex claims [Note: Currently, BP has not agreed to reimburse claimants for professional fees associated with a claim];
Loss of income and loss of business revenue must be supported by historical records and tax returns – you may consider amending or filing tax returns for previous years before submitting a claim; and
Retain local attorneys and law firms to assist with your claim.

CONTACT US ABOUT YOUR CLAIM
Please use the form below to contact us with any legal questions you may have regarding the BP Oil Spill