The Mega Borg had an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.What is the potential liability of the corporate owners of the ship under the OPA?

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The Oil Pollution Act (OPA) of 1990 establishes that the responsible parties, including the corporate owners of vessels like the Mega Borg, are liable for cleanup costs and damages resulting from oil spills. The liability amounts can include penalties of up to $25,000 per day or $1,000 per barrel of oil spilled, among other potential costs and damages.

The Mega Borg Had an Oil Spill in the Gulf