Am I Entitled to File a Wrongful Death Claim on Behalf of My Loved One?

Many individuals have suffered astronomical losses in the grips of the California Camp Fire, from losing their home to struggling with a wide variety of injuries. Those who have suffered some of the most devastating losses, however, are the individuals who have had to say goodbye to a loved one too soon.

Butte County officials have determined that many people are still missing and others have lost their lives in this horrific fire that caused devastation across Northern California. Police say that now, fewer than 10 people are still unaccounted for and 85 lost their lives in this horrific wildfire that could have been prevented at all costs. Many of these individuals have been identified while officials still work to identify others. This has given some families the closure that they needed during this difficult time.

For those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, many are choosing to move forward with a wrongful death claim on behalf of the loved one. In one case, the family of an elderly father filed a claim when he was unable to escape from his home and lost his life to the wildfire. In another case, the body of another person was found inside his house when he slept through the fire in the middle of the night. Now, the family is seeking damages, like many other families who are choosing to move forward with claims against PG&E.

Many individuals are choosing to move forward with lawsuits against Pacific Gas and Electric Company, saying that the utility company could have worked to prevent these horrific and devastating effects if they had been more cautious. PG&E is being blamed for the fire after failing to maintain equipment, which wiped out entire small towns and took lives.

Moving Forward with a Wrongful Death Claim 

Losing a loved one can take a massive toll on a family, especially when you have lost your family’s provider or a child has been lost. Laws in every state, including California, provide the means for you to move forward on both emotional and financial levels after losing somebody close to you as you work toward compensation. Spouses, children to the deceased, and parents of a minor child are all permitted to bring a wrongful death claim on someone’s behalf when they have lost their life to one of these horrific incidents.

If you have lost somebody close to you due to the negligence of PG&E, we hope to help you move forward and receive the compensation you and your loved ones deserve. Perhaps you are left to struggle as you determine how you will take care of medical bills your loved one incurred before their death, funeral costs, lost wages now that you are missing out on income, and more. The emotional pain that you and your loved ones might be feeling could be immense. No matter what you are facing, suffering these losses can be incredible and you might feel hopeless during this desperate time. This is why it is important to take the first steps and speak with an attorney in your time of need.

At the Marlene Leiva Law Group, we are here for you and your family when you have suffered significant losses at the hands of PG&E due to the emergence of the California Camp Fire. Our experienced wildfire attorneys have handled many claims in California and are well-equipped to help you move forward with your claim, whether it is on behalf of your own injuries or the loss of a loved one. You do not have to stand alone any longer. Contact us for more information on how we can assist you in your time of need at 415-459-7300.