Sheller, P.C. Attorneys are actively investigating and filing claims for class action and individual losses in the disaster

For many living and working along the Gulf Coast of the United States, the BP Oil Spill has had devastating consequences.

Not only is the environmental cleanup a monumental task, but the livelihoods, investments, future economic security and even health may be at risk or have been seriously and permanently affected.

• Oil Spill Claims
• Are you eligible to file a claim?
• Have you experienced loss or damage of any type?
• Seminars on oil spill claims for groups affected by the disaster
• Special Considerations
• Word of Caution: Protect Yourself and Your Family

Oil Spill Claims 

A nationally known firm, Sheller, P.C. filed one of the first class action lawsuits against BP and the other responsible companies. For more than 30 years, the attorneys of Sheller, P.C. have passionately represented clients in complex nationwide class action and conducting litigation for individuals harmed by companies, products and services, including environmental and property damage and economic loss.

The class action, individual litigation and claims processes for the oil spill can be complex. You have a free initial consultation with us in Florida to determine your eligibility and explain potential compensation.

Are you eligible to file a claim? Claimants can include: 

• Individuals such as fishermen, shrimpers, oystermen, charter boat and captains and crew, hotel and restaurant workers, bartenders, and others
• Businesses such as marinas, vacation property, hotel s, restaurants,bars, liquor stores, beach concessions, construction, and others
• Property owners
• Real estate brokers and agents
• Persons exposed to oil, dispersants or fumes who believe they may have been injured
• Charitiable organizations that lost money, e.g., fish frys, shrimp boils
• Local governments

If you have experienced loss or damage of any type, you may several options for resolution 

• You may already be represented in a class action filed on behalf of residents impacted by the oil spill (class action is a group of individuals who have experienced similar loss or injury.
• You may have already filed a claim with BP that has not been paid in full
• You may have an individual lawsuit outside the class action
• You may qualify for a government-administered compensation fund
• And, most importantly, you may be eligible for compensation:
    • in more than one of these three options
    • and/or multiple payments for even one claim (interim and final)
    • there may be advance payments available to help you before your claims are resolved

Seminars on oil spill claims for groups affected by the disaster 

Sheller, P.C. attorneys in Florida are conducting seminars for groups of individuals who have experienced similar losses. Contact our firm to find out when the next seminar is available in your area.

Special Considerations 

Out of state Florida property owners:

Florida and Mississippi property and business owners who live outside the affected area may also be eligible to file a claim. Example, owners of vacation or business property. If you use, rent, or pay rent or mortgage on the property, this may apply to you.

Illnesses and Injury as a result of the oil spill:

Sheller, P.C. attorneys are investigating the potential health side effects of the oil spill. If you have received medical care for a condition related to the spill (respiratory, skin, or other) contact us immediately.

Word of Caution: Protect Yourself and Your Family 

Some families have been under such stress they are unsure of their eligibility and don't know where to turn. Do you need an attorney to pursue a claim? The level of detail involved in these claims can be difficult to understand. And, be advised that false claims or misrepresentation of facts can lead to federal and state prosecution. If you are not sure or have questions regarding your eligibility, protect yourself and your family by consulting an experienced law firm. Contact us for a free consultation to learn your rights.

Related information

• Class Action filed by Sheller April 30, 2010 on behalf of Joe Patti Seafood Co, Southern Seafood of Pace,Inc., Premier Island Management Group, Rooks Marian, Phan Tran, Bay Breeze Aquatics and Dive Center, B. Marvin Nichols/Tony Lynn, Reel Eazy Charters, Mega-Bit Inshore Charters v. BP Products North America, BP America, Transocean/Transocean Off Shore Deepwater Drilling, Transocean Deepwater, Haliburton Energy Services, Cooper Cameron Corporation
• Supreme Court of Florida June 17, 2010 decision (Curd v. Mosaic Fertilizer) regarding rights of fisherman to recover damage from environmental pollutants: " . . . the commercial fisherman have both a statutory and common law cause of action."
• Gulf Oil Spill Victims Should File Claims Now, CNBC June 17, 2010
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency "EPA Response to BP Spill in the Gulf of Mexico" updated daily