Deepwater explosion lawsuits against BP & Transocean

BP & Transocean Face Mounting Lawsuits from Deepwater Oil Rig Explosion

Hundreds of lawsuits have been filed against BP and Transocean for personal injury and economic damages caused by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill off the Gulf Coast last year. Individuals and businesses in Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Mississippi are trying to get compensation for damages caused by the spill.

Many restaurant owners have lost business because the oil spill drove customers away. Prices for seafood spiked, causing many business owners to shut their doors. Some businesses in the area had been operating for 15 years or more and many owners are filing lawsuits against Transocean, the owner of the oil rig. The April 20 deadline is approaching for people to file claims against the company.

Offshore accident laws are complicated and require the expertise of an offshore accident attorney . For those injured on one of Texas' many offshore rigs, federal maritime law or Texas' personal injury law may allow you to collect compensation for your damages.

If you or a loved one has sustained an injury while working offshore, you should contact an experienced offshore accident attorney today to schedule your free consultation. Kennedy Hodges is dedicated to pursuing maximum compensation for offshore accident victims throughout greater Texas.