The claims office in the provincial capitol of Oriental Mindoro will begin receiving applications from those affected by the oil spill from the sunken MT Princess Empress.
[Translation: A case is not necessary to get compensation for those in the category mentioned by the governor. What is necessary is to get a claim form, to fill it up correctly and to bring the necessary documents. That's the important thing.]
When asked how long it would take before a claimant can receive compensation, Vallez says she cannot give a definite answer. However, she assured that there would be"progress" within three months after filing. She added that it was also possible that a claim could be processed in 30 days.However, del Rosario noted that claimants will be asked to sign a quitclaim to receive the compensation.
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