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Posted on May 14, 2022

Coastal Fire Burns Multiple Structures, May Have Been Caused By Circuit Activity

Fueled by intense ocean winds, the Coastal Fire ignited at 2:43 pm Wednesday, May 11th, and burned at least 20 Laguna Niguel homes in a single day. With the fire at zero percent containment, as many as 900 other homes in the area have been evacuated. While Southern California now faces year-round fire danger, initial… read more

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Posted on November 10, 2021

[Map] California’s Wildfire vs Earthquake Risk

When it comes to large-scale disasters, California has long been synonymous with earthquakes.  Estimates say that there are as many as 10,000 earthquakes occur each year in Southern California alone.  However, over the last decade, wildfires have joined the conversation.  Each year, it seems, wildfire season becomes more and more devastating.  This year has been… read more

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Posted on September 29, 2021

Types of Compensation in Wildfire Claims

Every year, wildfires ravage California, leading to billions of dollars in property damage and personal losses. Most wildfires are preventable and trace back to human errors, such as electric company negligence. Negligence can allow wildfire victims to bring lawsuits against the at-fault parties in pursuit of financial compensation for their losses. With a successful wildfire… read more

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Posted on September 22, 2021

Who Is Liable for Wildfire Damage in California?

If a recent California wildfire damaged your home or property, you may be entitled to financial compensation through the civil justice system. If an investigation shows that one or more parties are responsible for causing the fire, such as a careless electric company or individual, that party may be financially responsible (liable) for your property… read more

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Posted on September 15, 2021

Wildfire Wrongful Death Claims in California

A death under any circumstances is a tragedy. If the death could have been prevented, however, it can be even more difficult for surviving loved ones to cope with the loss. Wildfires can often be prevented with due care by electric companies, utility companies, property owners and others. If someone you loved recently passed away… read more

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Posted on September 8, 2021

California Laws Related to Wildfires

Wildfires consume thousands of acres of property in California each year. According to data from CAL FIRE, in 2020 alone, California had 8,112 recorded fires and suffered damage to 1,443,152 acres of land. In an effort to reduce the risk of wildfires and decrease the spread of fire damage, state lawmakers have passed numerous laws… read more

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Posted on September 1, 2021

What Is Inverse Condemnation and How Does It Affect a Wildfire Claim?

If the government or a public entity, including a utility company, damages your property while using it for public use or governmental interests, you could be eligible for financial compensation through an inverse condemnation proceeding. This is a type of civil action that can result from the improper use of a property for public benefit. … read more

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Posted on February 25, 2020

How to Stay Safe During a Wildfire

The risk of wildfires is very real to Californians. 2018 was the most devastating year on record for California wildfires. Over 8,000 fires destroyed more than 1.8 million acres and took over 100 lives. Wildfires can spark and spread any time of year, especially when conditions are dry and windy. As a resident of California,… read more

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Posted on March 13, 2019

Deadly Thomas Fire Caused by Southern California Edison Power Lines

The Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) has released its Thomas Fire Investigative Report and determined the 2017 wildfire was started by Southern California Edison power lines. According to the report, a high wind event caused the power lines to come into contact with each other in a “line slap”, creating an electrical arc that deposited… read more

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Posted on December 15, 2018

Woolsey Fire Lawsuit: SCE’s ‘Run to Failure’ Management Practice Puts Californians At Risk for Wildfires

Attorneys at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLP, Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger and Dreyer Babich Buccola Wood Campora, LLP have filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison (SCE) and Edison International on behalf of Jennie Waterhouse Prieto and Carole Bretonne, Malibu residents and property owners who lost their homes and… read more

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Posted on December 11, 2018

Series of Lawsuits Filed On Behalf of Camp Fire Victims Challenges PG&E’s False & Misleading Ads Touting Concern for Customer Safety

In the first and only cases that directly challenge PG&E for misleading over 16 million customers that safety is its first priority, the Wildfire Victim Advocates attorneys of Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLP, Dreyer Babich Buccola Wood Campora, LLP, Panish Shea & Boyle LLP, and Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger have filed two different complaints in Butte… read more

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Posted on December 11, 2018

Lawsuits Filed On Behalf of Camp Fire Victims Challenges PG&E’s Ads Touting Concerns For Customer Safety

At a press conference in Chico, California, Wildfire Victim Advocates attorneys at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLP, Dreyer Babich Buccola Wood Campora, LLP, and Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger announced the first filing in a series of lawsuits against PG&E Corporation and Pacific Gas & Electric Company that seek to… read more

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