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If your property has been damaged from the Orange County oil spill, contact the attorneys at DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo today. The aftermath of the massive oil spill has been devastating to the coastal environment and surrounding areas of Orange County. While the recovery efforts will work to minimize the damage, they cannot undo the damage already done to your property.
Our Huntington Beach oil spill property damage attorneys understand this and are dedicated to helping you secure financial compensation for your property damages. We believe that the company responsible for the oil spill should be held accountable for any resulting damages. Contact us today to schedule a free case consultation. We are here to help in any way we can.
On Sunday, October 3, 2021, more than 126,000 gallons of crude oil spilled into the Pacific Ocean after a pipeline leaked from an offshore facility, owned by Houston-based Amplify Energy Corp. This environmental disaster affected nearly 25 miles of the coastline in Orange County from Dana Point to Huntington Beach. It is the largest oil spill in Orange County in three decades.
The Coast Guard is investigating whether a ship anchor was deployed at the wrong location and struck the pipeline, causing the spill. The pipeline has been shut down, and beaches in the surrounding areas have been closed. The Coast Guard, as well as other government agency personnel, have taken prompt and aggressive action for oil recovery and cleanup efforts.
The following beach closures and advisories have been issued in Orange County:
Under the Oil Pollution Act, the company responsible for the oil spill can be held liable for the damages individuals and businesses face – including any destruction to their property. There are two types of property damages you may be able to recover financial compensation for: real property damage and personal property damage.
Hiring a skilled Orange County injury attorney increases the chances of your case succeeding, while also lessening your workload. If an insurance company denies your claim or tries to minimize the impact the oil spill had on your property, our attorneys will fight for you – and make sure you are fairly compensated for your damages. Our Huntington Beach oil spill injury attorneys are experienced, knowledgable, and have the resources necessary to provide you with the following legal services:
If your property was damaged from the Orange County oil spill, contact the attorneys at DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo for assistance today. We can help you secure compensation for the property damages you suffered from the oil spill, while also holding the company accountable for the spill it caused. Contact our Huntington Beach oil spill property damage lawyers today at (714) 783-2205 or fill out our online form to schedule a free case consultation.