The deadline to file the Right of Entry (ROE) paperwork for properties impacted by the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena and Sierra Madre is rapidly approaching, with an extension granted until April 15. Don’t delay—take action now to ensure you meet the deadline. Based on our experience, most property owners find it beneficial to file...
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Eaton Fire Cleanup: What You Need to Know The Eaton Fire is out, but the cleanup is ongoing. The Army Corps of Engineers is handling the cleanup in two phases—first, removing large debris, and second, scraping the top six inches of soil to eliminate most toxins, heavy metals, and volatile organic compounds. However, unlike in...
The Eaton Fire caused tremendous damage to the Altadena community, and while the fire is out, the danger remains. Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke and the toxins it leaves behind can have significant health effects. Wildfire smoke can cause persistent coughing, bronchitis, and breathing difficulties. It can also affect cardiovascular health, increasing the risk of...
In January 2018, Montecito, California, was the site of a catastrophic disaster that left a lasting mark on the state’s history. Just weeks after the Thomas Fire—a devastating wildfire that scorched over 280,000 acres—intense rainstorms triggered deadly mudslides in the region. Twenty-three people lost their lives, over 100 homes were destroyed, and entire neighborhoods were...
Electrical fires are a significant cause of property damage in the United States, often resulting in billions in property damage each year. Such fires can devastate homes, businesses, and lives, leaving victims to navigate a challenging aftermath. If you suspect that an electric utility company played a role in causing the fire that damaged your...
During today’s Red Flag wind event, a large fire spread rapidly in Ventura County’s Camarillo/Santa Paula area. The Mountain Fire started near the intersection of Balcom Canyon Road and Bradley Road. We are investigating whether Southern California Edison was involved in starting the Mountain Fire. SoCal Edison was found to have violated General Order 95,...
As of today, multiple wildfires are actively burning across California. With more than 30 years of wildfire litigation experience, the team at Danko Meredith Fire Lawyers is always monitoring active fires in California. We have represented thousands of people who have lost their homes to fires caused by others’ negligent or reckless behavior. We practice...
PG&E faces accountability for the destruction of seasonal cabins along Chester Warner Valley Road due to the Dixie Fire. The fire, sparked by PG&E equipment, has triggered claims under inverse condemnation, requiring PG&E to compensate owners for property losses regardless of whether the cabins were used seasonally or year-round. Private landowners in the region affected...