Have you incurred losses due to erosion after a wildfire in the State of California? The consequences of this erosion can be serious, even deadly. You might have a case to hold the party responsible for the fire accountable and obtain compensation for your property damage, pain and suffering, out-of-pocket expenses, business losses, agricultural losses, and more.
The California wildfire attorneys with the Wildfire Law Center have over 60 years of collective experience. Our law firm’s sole focus is helping families recover compensation after they’ve been harmed by a wildfire. We’re confident in our ability to achieve a favorable outcome for you.
Would you like more information? Call today at 619-566-6464 or reach out online. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to review your case.
How the Wildfire Law Center Can Help If You’ve Suffered Harm Due to Erosion
Wildfires in California cause immense devastation. Unfortunately, the impact of a wildfire can go far beyond its containment, and erosion is a clear example. If left unchecked, this erosion can erase entire structures, at the least. If erosion has caused harm to your or your property, it’s important that you exhaust your legal options to be made whole again.
The Wildfire Law Center can help you do that, and more. Our team of experienced California wildfire attorneys is passionate about the future of the environment, and we care deeply about helping families and communities get back on their feet after a wildfire. If you hire us to represent you, we’ll be able to help your case by:
- Handling all negotiations, communications, and paperwork related to your case
- Investigating the extent and cause of your damages
- Collecting evidence to strengthen your claim
- Advise you of your rights and legal options as your case proceeds forward
- Filing a lawsuit and bringing your case to court if need be
To learn more, give us a call or contact us online. We can field your communication at any time, and our lawyers are standing by to get started.
An Overview of Erosion and Wildfires
Erosion is one of the major concerns that remain after a wildfire is contained. When a wildfire tears through an area of land, it can destroy the protective forest layer, create a water-repellent soil condition, and create a loss of water shortage. The effects can significantly impact the surrounding areas, especially if they are not managed properly in the aftermath of a blaze. Some of the types of harm that erosion can cause include, but are not limited to:
- Damage to water supplies and quality
- Destruction of local flora and fauna
- Property damage
- Agricultural losses
- Harm to livestock
- Home or business displacement
- Wrongful death
As drought is already a key issue in the western states such as California, any negative impacts on water supplies could be especially serious. Erosion from wildfires can spill into rivers and reservoirs that serve as the primary source of water for millions of people.
There are steps landowners can take to minimize the potential impact of erosion on their property. However, those steps may not mitigate the full effects of the fire on their land. And, of course, in many cases, it is simply too late for those steps to matter, depending on the nature of the damage.
Erosion control after a wildfire is a time-sensitive process and one that can be incredibly complex. If erosion has negatively impacted you in some way, you might be able to collect a financial award from the party responsible for the fire. Reach out to our law firm today to learn more.
Who Could Be Held Liable for Damage Caused by Erosion After a Wildfire in California?
There are a variety of potentially liable parties after a wildfire in California. The main consideration is how the fire started. For example, the Camp and Dixie Fires were both started by a Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) powerline. PG&E has already pleaded guilty to starting the Camp Fire.
As another example, if the fire was started by an arsonist, that person could be held liable individually. If a governmental entity was responsible for the fire, you might also be able to hold it liable under limited circumstances.
When you hire us to take on your case, we’ll explore every possible avenue of liability in order to set your claim up for success.
What Compensation Can I Receive in a California Wildfire Lawsuit?
In a California wildfire lawsuit, you can receive compensation in the form of economic damages, non-economic damages, and potentially punitive damages.
Your financial losses are represented by economic damages. Examples include decreased earning capacity, property damage, repair costs, out-of-pocket expenses, and medical bills.
Non-economic damages reflect your other losses. Examples include pain and suffering, disfigurement, emotional distress, PTSD, and depression.
Punitive damages may be available in rare cases where the at-fault party acted recklessly or maliciously. These damages deter society from engaging in similar behavior and are also meant to punish the defendant.
Reach Out To Schedule a Free Consultation With a California Wildfire Attorney
Even though erosion is a natural process, it can quickly cause irreparable harm to large areas of land if left unchecked after a wildfire. The harm caused by erosion varies but can be serious enough to displace a family or community permanently.
If you’ve suffered harm due to erosion after a California wildfire, it’s critical that you understand your rights and legal options. The attorneys with the Wildfire Law Center are here for you.
Call today at 619-566-6464 or send us a message online to set up your free consultation with one of our experienced California wildfire lawyers.