Were you or a loved one harmed by the Holiday Farm Fire? You might have a compensation claim for your pain and suffering, property damage, out-of-pocket expenses, lost wages, and more. The Wildfire Law Center can help you fight to be made whole again.
The attorneys at our law firm have more than 60 years of combined experience. They’re also highly regarded, receiving recognition as Top 40 Under 40, Best of the Bar, and Super Lawyers by reputable legal organizations.
For more information on forming an attorney-client relationship, give us a call at 619-566-6464 or send us a message online. We offer a free initial consultation to go over your case.
How Wildfire Law Center Can Help With a Holiday Farm Fire Claim
The effects of a wildfire can last far beyond its containment. You could still be dealing with significant property damage, and your homeowner’s insurance policy might not be enough to cover it. If you had to miss work due to the fire, you may be in a difficult financial position, not to mention all the pain and suffering that the fire has caused.
The Wildfire Law Center can go to bat for you to help you obtain the compensation you need and deserve after a devastating fire like the Holiday Farm Fire. Our lawyers understand what you’re going through; we’ve dedicated our law practice to helping victims of wildfires get back on their feet. When you hire us to represent your interests, we can help by:
- Going over your legal options at all stages of your case
- Hiring experts to investigate your damages
- Collecting evidence to help prove your claim for compensation
- Handling all communications with the other party on your behalf
- Negotiating a fair settlement agreement
Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.
An Overview of the Holiday Farm Fire
The Holiday Farm Fire was one of the largest in Oregon’s history. The fire began on September 7, 2020, west of the McKenzie Bridge toward Vida on Highway 126. It burned a total of 173,393 acres, and thousands of people were forced to evacuate their homes. Around 600 homes were destroyed by the Holiday Farm Fire.
The cause of the fire has yet to be determined, at least definitively. Residents in the area said that the fire was preceded by a power outage as well as an explosion of blue sparks from an electrical line near where the fire began. One resident said he thought it was a transformer that exploded. But nearly two years after the fire began, there is still no official word as to the cause.
Types of Harm Caused by Wildfires
Wildfires can cause a wide range of harm that can impact the area covered by the blaze for at least the foreseeable future. These types of harm include:
- Agricultural losses
- Property damage
- PTSD
- Burn injuries
- Business losses
- Lung-related illnesses
- Erosion and other environmental damage
- Degradation of species
- Damage to water supplies
These are just a few of the ways an event like the Holiday Farm Fire can impact the local environment and community. Reach out to the Wildfire Law Center for legal advice.
What Types of Damages Can I Receive After a Wildfire?
You can pursue economic damages, non-economic damages, and potentially punitive damages after a wildfire.
Economic damages represent your financial losses such as lost wages, property damage, medical bills, and out-of-pocket expenses.
Non-economic damages represent the other consequences of the fire that are not as easy to quantify, such as pain and suffering, decrease enjoyment of life, emotional distress, and disfigurement.
Punitive damages aren’t usually awarded but could be available in a wildfire case. These damages “punish” the defendant for their behavior and deter the rest of society from acting similarly.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Wildfire Lawyers
Even though almost two years have passed since the Holiday Farm Fire, the effects are still far-reaching and continue to impact the local community. You have six years in the State of Oregon to file a property damage claim, so there is still time to pursue compensation for your losses.
Your homeowner’s insurance policy might not be enough to cover your losses. The experienced wildfire attorneys with the Wildfire Law Center can help you negotiate a fair settlement that more accurately reflects the damage that the fire caused you and your family.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which incentivizes us to maximize the value of your claim. You won’t pay us anything up front; instead, we’ll receive payment as a percentage of the financial award we obtain for you.
To get started or to ask any questions you may have, give us a call at 619-566-6464 or contact us online. Our lawyers are standing by.