How the Camp Fire Left Those with Less Suffering Even More

During the Camp Fire event, many individuals lost everything. It didn’t matter if somebody was rich or poor – many people lost their homes, lost lives, suffered personal injuries, and lost their jobs as businesses burned to the ground. When it comes to natural disasters such as wildfires across California, many people understand that all types of economic statuses are hit. However, with very little people receiving the help they need to move forward, what can those from all types of economic statuses expect, and how can an attorney help during this difficult time?

First, let’s take a look at what was lost due to the Camp Fire: The devastating fire, which could have been prevented if action had been taken by PG&E, incinerated the entire town of Paradise and ripped through many other towns in its blaze of destruction. The fire burned for more than two weeks, killing 86 people and destroying over 14,000 homes. It has now caused approximately $17 billion in insured losses. Now, all of California is calling it the most destructive and costly fires in all of California history.

Many people have shared their stories concerning the Camp Fire that changed their lives, from families who had everything to those who had very little as they watched it all crumble to the ground. Low-income areas across northern California were hit the hardest, as cheap homes were built without strong foundations and burned more easily. As many elderly people are also low-income in California, they might not have received the same alerts that those did who had better access to technology. The average age of those who lost their lives in the Camp Fire was 71.

Now, those who had so little to start with are facing the fact that they will struggle to rebuild, return to workplaces, and many other aspects that will make it difficult to regain normalcy in their lives.

How PG&E Will Have to Give Back 

Because individuals in all demographics are now facing the loss brought on by the Camp Fire, the question becomes: How will PG&E make up for all of these losses? Both the Tubbs Fire and Camp Fire that happened within a year from one another are being blamed on PG&E, whose equipment led to the fires. PG&E is facing approximately $30 billion in claims right now due to the loss of lives and personal injuries, and property losses that they have to account for. It is estimated that PG&E will be able to reduce their liability to $22 billion, which is still an enormous number.

In the end, it is believed that ratepayers and bankruptcy options will help PG&E give back to the community after so many have moved forward with lawsuits against the large corporation. If you have suffered losses at the hands of PG&E and you are not sure of how you will move forward on your own, our attorneys at Marlene Leiva Law Group are here for you in your time of need. Our attorneys are here for you after you have decided that a claim against PG&E will help you receive the financial help you need to move forward. We will help you through every step of filing a lawsuit and getting back on track following this devastating fire. Contact us to find out what we can do for you at 415-459-7300.