Woolsey Fire Lawsuit

Wildfires in California are burning out of control despite the best efforts of fire personnel. The Woolsey wildfire now holds the dubious record for being the most destructive wildfire in California history.

Woolsey Fire Lawsuit

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The Woolsey Fire Lawsuit

Over 250,000 acres of now charred land have burned. This land once held people’s homes, businesses, rental properties, vehicles, and beautiful vegetation. More than 100,000 people in California are now displaced and another 43 people have lost their lives.

The victims of the wildfires in California may find it difficult to recover damages and they should seek out the help of the Sargent Law Firm who has helped people in California recover millions of dollars in monetary compensation for their damages for personal injury and their property claims.

HOW THE WOOLSEY FIRE AFFECTED CALIFORNIA

The area around the Woolsey fire and other areas of California have extremely dry climates, high winds, and lots of vegetation. One of the main reasons the Woolsey fire grew to such an enormous size is due to the dry weather conditions and the winds that fanned the flames as they devoured acre upon acre of land.

The Woolsey wildfire cost over $177 million in firefighting expenditures by the end of 2017. The fire also burned 1,063 buildings and another 280 experienced a near total loss. In Santa Barbara County alone, investigators estimate there is over $120 million in property damage, and unfortunately, one heroic firefighter lost their life due to smoke inhalation.

Additionally, the wildfire caused a number of mudslides as forests burned and the ground loosened up which caused it to collapse down the mountainsides. 17 people lost their lives in the mudslides as the rain came after the fires.

ARE THE UTILITY COMPANIES RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WILDFIRES IN CALIFORNIA?

Currently more than 500 Californians have joined a class action lawsuit against Southern California Edison. (SoCal). In this lawsuit, it’s alleged that SoCal’s negligent actions at a construction site sparked the wildfire that took place in the foothills of Santa Paula. A few Edison power poles suffered devastating damage and the company did start to have the structures removed.

However, the plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit obtained a restraining order to bar the removal of any electrical structures in the area, saying that vital evidence could be destroyed in the removal process by SoCal.

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HOW A CALIFORNIA ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU RECOUP YOUR DAMAGES AND LOSSES

If you or a loved one was affected by the Woolsey wildfire, you may have lost you home, vehicles, personal property, place of business, or rental properties in the blaze. In these types of disasters there are ways the Sargent Law team can assist you.

One of the major hurdles fire victims may have to overcome is recouping their losses from their California homeowner’s insurance company. The insurance companies in California and elsewhere, attempt to pay out as little as possible to their policyholders.

Your homeowner’s insurance policy may contain specific language that outlines the types of fire damages that will qualify for coverage. You may not be able to file a claim for your damages due to the fires unless your homeowner’s policy specifically states that wildfires are covered.

Insurance claims in California can be complicated and complex matters, and it’s important that you document any evidence that supports your claim. Your California attorney can assist you with that process.

Most often, insurance companies will investigate any claims due to wildfires to make sure they’re valid and fall under the specific language of your homeowner’s insurance policy. They will look for any reason to either reduce or deny your claim for damages, but must do so in good faith.

BAD FAITH INSURANCE IN CALIFORNIA

Bad faith insurance is the term used for the unethical practices by insurance companies and their adjusters. Bad faith can include lying to the policy holder, fails to provide the facts they used for lowering or denying a claim, purposefully falsifying evidence, using intimidation, and other behaviors that have malicious intent.

If your California insurance company and their adjusters fail to act in good faith, you will need an attorney to handle the matter for you so that a fair settlement can be reached. Generally, a letter from your attorney to your homeowner’s insurance company stating they are acting in bad faith is enough to open the door to a fairer discussion regarding your settlement.

CLAIMS YOU MAY BE ABLE TO MAKE AFTER A CALIFORNIA WILDFIRE

Ryan Sargent Is Experienced in Handling Fire Damages

Your California attorney can assist you with the many types of claims you may be entitled to after the Woolsey Wildfire. Experienced, knowledgeable legal representation after the fire can open the door to compensation from other avenues as well as dealing with your homeowner’s insurance company.

You may be able to file a civil suit against the parties who were found to be at fault for the fires. In addition. you may be able to join the class action lawsuit against SoCal.

The Sargent Law Firm has a team of experienced attorneys who are experienced in handling fire damages. Your consultation is free and there is no obligation.

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