With the true ecological and economic impacts of the oil spill still unknown, it is vital that you take steps now to ensure that you are in the best position possible should the oil spill negatively affect you, your property or your business.

Individuals and business owners alike should begin to document their property as it is before the oil spill through photographs, videos or narratives. It is also recommended that you maintain detailed records regarding your property and business finances. Budgets, forecasts and projections of what your revenues were expected to be before the oil spill should be documented along with detailed historical earnings for the last several years. Before signing a release for cash settlement, you should consult with your attorney.

We have a team of litigation services experts and business valuation analysts ready to assist you with any questions you may have about how to prepare yourself or your business to recover costs and damages. Please contact us at 251.470.7647 or by email at askwmh@wilkinsmiller.com.

Oil Spill Resources

The Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF)

Deep Water Horizon Response

Mobile Baykeeper

Mobile County Oil Spill Information

Baldwin County Oil Spill Information