Tag Archives: Gulf of Mexico
Government, Scientists Differ on BP Oil Spill’s Lasting Effects
Evidence found of deepwater oil, which could present long-term threat to marine life
Rep. Ed Markey (D-Massachusetts), chairman of the House Energy and Environment Subcommittee, grilled government scientists…
By Joyce Jones
Oil Spill Fuels Tourist Misconceptions and Fewer Visits
New Orleans tourism boards find it difficult to counteract spill images
In the wake of the BP oil spill in April, tourism in the Gulf region…
By Joyce Jones
Prospects for Offshore Drilling Diminish in Wake of Oil Spill
Administration and oil industry continue feud over moratorium
In the wake of the BP oil disaster, 52% of Americans oppose offshore drilling…
By Joyce Jones
Oil Spill May Hasten Deterioration of Louisiana’s Ecosystem
As BP tries to cap the well, damage to Gulf region accelerates
Even prior to the April BP oil spill, the Louisiana and Mississippi coastal region was…
By Joyce Jones
Gulf Coast Small Businesses Worried About Their Futures
Compensation process is riddled with distrust
In a four-part series, Black Enterprise.com is looking at how the oil spill is affecting…
By Joyce Jones
Washington Report: Updates From the Capitol
BP claims administrator pledges easier compensation process; Gun control laws weakened
Kenneth Feinberg, administrator of the Gulf Coast Claims Facility, regaled and reassured lawmakers Wednesday that…
By Joyce Jones
How to File a Claim Against BP for Oil Spill Damages
What you need to know to receive payment for losses
Here are five steps to help you start the claim process with BP and receive…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
Oil Spill Cleanup Scams
From bogus stocks to fake job opportunities, don�t let con artists get away with your cash
Whenever there’s an opportunity, scammers often find a way to use their dirty little tricks…
