Attorneys Fight for Gulf Coast Texans After the BP Oil Spill

Texas residents are eligible for significant  compensation

Texas has one of the largest coastlines on the Gulf of Mexico. Crews that have worked tirelessly to clean up Texas beaches after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill have faced possible exposure to oil and toxic chemicals.

Many parts of the Texas coast are eligible for economic benefits as part of the BP class action settlement plan.  If you are concerned about whether you qualify for compensation for the spill, one of our lawyers can advise you on your specific situation in Texas.

What benefits are available to Texans harmed by the oil spill?

Texans are eligible for economic damages from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. These are different from medical benefits. Economic damages from the BP compensation fund are intended to reimburse people for losses to:

A seafood-related business A failed business or start-up as a result of the oil spill Payment for a Vessels of Opportunity charter Damage to coastal property or wetlands

Lost real estate sales due to the spill Damage to a vessel Individual economic loss

If you have been affected by the oil spill and need compensation but are unsure if you fall into one of the categories eligible for economic reimbursement, our attorneys can help answer your questions.

What areas are eligible for compensation from the BP settlement fund?

Only those Texans in certain geographic coastal zones are eligible for reimbursement for economic losses. The Gulf Coast is divided into economic loss zones classified as A, B, C and D. Reimbursement rates vary, depending on the zone. Parts of the Texas coast fall into zones C and D. Areas in those zones include:

Galveston League City Beaumont Santa Fe

Texas City Anahuac Port Arthur Sabine Pass

Areas along Galveston and the barrier islands are eligible for Zone C funds. If you have questions about how to qualify for reimbursement following the BP oil spill or about possible medical conditions covered, our legal team can provide answers.

Contact us for a free initial consultation on benefits available to Texans after the 2010 BP oil spill

The Galveston area and other parts of the Texas Gulf coast have faced difficult times in recent years, suffering multiple blows from hurricanes and the Deepwater Horizon disaster. But compensation is available to those who qualify. The Downs Law Group works to get Gulf Coast residents the reimbursements they need for their losses. If you have questions about whether you qualify, contact our firm at 305-444-8226 or online to schedule a free initial consultation.