The Santa Barbara City Attorney has recommended that the city retain the services of Scott Summy, shareholder of the environmental law firm Baron & Budd, as they pursue claims for damages related to the Refugio oil spill earlier this year.

[article_quote]According to Mr. Summy, "It is unfortunate that the actions of an oil and gas company has resulted in damages to the City. I am honored to assist the City of Santa Barbara to make sure the City is fully compensated for any past and future losses that are associated with this unlawful incident.”[/article_quote]

Edhat: City Hires Special Counsel for Oil Spill Suit