Gavin Howe
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill, which occurred in the Gulf of Mexico, resulted in a multitude of legal actions against BP Exploration & Production and other parties. By May 2010, over 130 lawsuits had been filed against BP, Transocean, Cameron International Corporation, and Halliburton Energy Services. BP was designated the lead Responsible Party under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, which gave the company operational authority in coordinating the response to the spill. This incident has raised questions about the laws surrounding oil spills and the responsibilities of companies involved in such disasters.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of lawsuits filed against BP | Over 130 |
| Date BP was designated the lead "Responsible Party" under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 | 18 May 2010 |
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What You'll Learn
- BP was designated the lead 'Responsible Party' under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990
- Over 130 lawsuits were filed against BP and other companies
- BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron
- Private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages
- The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana established the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill website
BP was designated the lead 'Responsible Party' under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990
On 18 May 2010, BP was designated the lead 'Responsible Party' under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. This meant that BP had operational authority in coordinating the response to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 expanded the scope of oil discharge prohibition (within 50 miles of land) and added regulations for the installation of equipment and requirements for record-keeping.
BP was the subject of over 130 lawsuits relating to the spill, including claims that Halliburton failed to properly use modelling software to analyse safe drilling conditions. The oil firm also alleged failed safety systems and irresponsible behaviour of contractors had led to the explosion.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana established the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill website to provide information on legal and other actions against BP Exploration & Production and other parties for the spill, such as private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages, or other actions against those responsible for the spill.
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Over 130 lawsuits were filed against BP and other companies
The 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill led to over 130 lawsuits being filed against BP and other companies, including Transocean, Cameron International Corporation, and Halliburton Energy Services.
BP was designated the lead 'Responsible Party' under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, which meant that the company had operational authority in coordinating the response to the spill. The Act also authorised punishment and fines for those responsible for oil spills.
BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton, and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron. The oil firm alleged failed safety systems and irresponsible behaviour of contractors, including claims that Halliburton failed to properly use modelling software to analyse safe drilling conditions.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana established the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill website to provide information on legal actions against BP Exploration & Production and other parties for the spill, including private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages.
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BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron
On 21 April 2011, BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron. The oil firm alleged that the explosion was caused by failed safety systems and irresponsible behaviour of contractors. BP claimed that Halliburton failed to properly use modelling software to analyse safe drilling conditions.
By 26 May 2010, over 130 lawsuits relating to the spill had been filed against one or more of BP, Transocean, Cameron International Corporation, and Halliburton Energy Services. Observers considered it likely that these would be combined into one court as a multidistrict litigation.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana has established the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill website for information on legal and other actions against BP Exploration & Production and other parties for the spill. This includes private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages, or other actions against those responsible for the spill.
On 18 May 2010, BP was designated the lead "Responsible Party" under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. This meant that BP had operational authority in coordinating the response. The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 expanded the scope of oil discharge prohibition (within 50 miles of land) and added regulations for the installation of equipment and requirements for record-keeping.
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Private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages
The 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico led to over 130 lawsuits against BP, Transocean, Cameron International Corporation, and Halliburton Energy Services. BP was designated the lead 'Responsible Party' under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, which meant that it had operational authority in coordinating the response.
The EPA's enforcement-related activities do not cover all legal or other actions against BP Exploration & Production and other parties for the spill. However, the EPA has been involved in several decisions related to the spill, including a 5th Circuit decision affirming a ruling on summary judgment in June 2014 and a 5th Circuit order denying a petition for rehearing en banc in January 2015.
On 21 April 2011, BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton, and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron. BP alleged failed safety systems and irresponsible behaviour of contractors, including claims that Halliburton failed to properly use modelling software to analyse safe drilling conditions.
The Oil Pollution Act of 1961 expanded the scope of oil discharge prohibition within 50 miles of land and added regulations for the installation of equipment and requirements for record-keeping.
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The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana established the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill website
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill, which occurred on April 20, 2010, resulted in numerous lawsuits and legal actions against BP and other involved companies. By May 26, 2010, over 130 lawsuits had been filed, and on April 21, 2011, BP issued $40 billion worth of lawsuits against rig owner Transocean, cementer Halliburton, and blowout preventer manufacturer Cameron. BP alleged that failed safety systems and irresponsible behaviour by contractors had led to the explosion.
The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 designated BP as the lead "Responsible Party," giving them operational authority in coordinating the response to the spill. This act also authorized punishment and fines for oil spills. Additionally, the 1961 Oil Pollution Act expanded the scope of oil discharge prohibition and added regulations for equipment installation and record-keeping.
The EPA's enforcement-related activities, including the 5th Circuit decisions and orders, are also documented on the website. These decisions and orders relate to summary judgment rulings, panel reconsideration, and petitions for rehearing.
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Frequently asked questions
The 1924 law on oil spills was narrow in scope, but the Oil Pollution Act of 1961 expanded the scope of oil discharge prohibition and added regulations for equipment installation and record-keeping requirements.
The BP oil spill resulted in over 130 lawsuits being filed against BP and other companies involved.
On 18 May 2010, BP was designated the lead "Responsible Party" under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, giving them operational authority in coordinating the response.
BP faced $40 billion worth of lawsuits and was subject to EPA enforcement-related activities and private party/class action settlements for medical claims and economic damages.
Yes, lawsuits were also filed against Transocean, Cameron International Corporation, and Halliburton Energy Services.
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