BP compensation

It will probably come as no surprise to Americans that the total cost of the Gulf oil disaster could reach astronomical proportions. Our friends at Mint.com put together a terrific infographic that illustrates just how wide-spread the financial pain will be felt.

BP (BP) warned that any legislation that stops it from drilling for oil in the Gulf of Mexico could prevent the oil giant from paying out compensation related to this year's oil spill. Congress is currently considering legislation that would bar any company from receiving offshore drilling...