Florida Attorneys File Claims for People with Skin Conditions from the BP Oil Spill<\/h1>\n

Chronic skin problems may lead to discomfort and high medical bills<\/h2>\n

The explosion at the Deepwater Horizon drilling platform in April 2010 triggered an unprecedented crisis. Millions of barrels of oil and other dangerous chemicals were released into waters adjacent to major population centers in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.<\/p>\n

Enormous numbers of people who use the Gulf of Mexico for business, recreational swimming or other activities are at risk for skin contact with dangerous substances. Recovery workers who faced a massive, difficult cleanup effort are particularly at risk for significant skin problems. The Downs Law Group is a Florida-based law firm that works throughout the Gulf Coast states to get people the help they need. If you developed a skin condition after the oil spill, our attorneys are prepared to assist.<\/p>\n

What symptoms are covered by the BP compensation fund?<\/h2>\n

The fund established by British Petroleum to compensate victims of the 2010 Gulf Coast oil disaster lists a number of symptoms that, when combined with proper documentation, may be a basis for medical benefits. The symptoms listed are:
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\n \n Redness<\/li>\n Blistering<\/li>\n Swelling<\/li>\n Lesions<\/li>\n Peeling<\/li>\n Welts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n

\n \n Inflammation or pain<\/li>\n Crusting<\/li>\n Itching<\/li>\n Dryness or flaking<\/li>\n Scaly Skin<\/li>\n Pimples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Multiple signs, such as those that developed within 72 hours of direct skin contact with oil or other chemicals, may be a basis for compensation for medical expenses and other care.<\/p>\n What are the specific skin conditions that are also covered?<\/h2>\n In addition to symptoms that are covered under the terms of the settlement fund, certain skin conditions are also eligible for medical benefit payments. Medical conditions covered<\/a> include: \n<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n Acute contact dermatitis<\/li>\n Eczematous reaction<\/li>\n Irritant contact dermatitis<\/li>\n Acne vulgaris<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n \n \n Atopic dermatitis<\/li>\n Folliculitis<\/li>\n Urticaria<\/li>\n Oil acne<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n A few of these conditions are medical terms for a rash or skin irritation that occurs when you come into contact with abrasive chemicals or oil. Such conditions can become chronic, requiring long-term care and treatment that is quite expensive. Recovery personnel, local business employees and Gulf Coast residents in Zones A and B are all eligible for monetary compensation to pay for their medical benefits and costs. Our attorneys can assist you with the procedure for documenting and filing a valid claim with the BP compensation fund<\/a>.<\/p>\n Contact us for a free initial consultation on skin problems resulting from the 2010 BP oil spill<\/h3>\n Thousands of brave recovery personnel and volunteers \u2014 and thousands of residents of Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, and Alabama \u2014 have experienced health problems following cleanup efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. Skin problems from contact with chemicals or oil can be painful and chronic. The Downs Law Group represents those who have contracted skin problems as a result of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. 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