California Wildfire
Camp Fire 2018
- Structures Destroyed
- 18,804
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 153,336
- Total Fatalities
- 85
Cause: Utility Company
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Eaton Fire — Active Litigation
We help Eaton Fire victims recover what your insurance won't.
Adamson Ahdoot is a nationally recognized, award-winning plaintiffs' law firm based in Los Angeles. Our seasoned trial lawyers specialize in high-stakes wildfire litigation against major corporations, with a proven track record of recovering billions for consumers.
Our attorneys have represented several thousand fire victims across California and litigated some of the largest cases ever filed against utility companies for causing destructive wildfires — including the PG&E bankruptcy proceedings in Northern California, where we helped secure a $13.5 billion settlement on behalf of thousands of fire victims.
Statute Deadline
Time Is Running Out To File Your Eaton Fire Claim
Some Eaton Fire claims may expire on January 7, 2027. After that date, your right to recover from Southern California Edison may be permanently lost.
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Wildfire Track Record
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California Wildfire
Woolsey Fire 2018
- Structures Destroyed
- 1,643
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 96,949
- Total Fatalities
- 3
Cause: Utility Company
California Wildfire
Thomas Fire 2017
- Structures Destroyed
- 1,063
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 281,893
- Firefighter Injuries
- 2
Cause: Utility Company
California Wildfire
Tubbs Fire 2017
- Structures Destroyed
- 5,636
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 36,807
Cause: Utility Company
California Wildfire
Atlas Fire 2017
- Structures Destroyed
- 783
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 51,624
- Total Fatalities
- 6
Cause: Utility Company
California Wildfire
Kincade Fire 2019
- Structures Destroyed
- 374
- Total Acres Destroyed
- 77,758
- Civilian Injuries
- 4
Cause: Utility Company
Eyewitness Evidence
Witnesses Saw The Spark
Multiple eyewitnesses reported seeing the origin of the fire at the base of the Southern California Edison transmission tower in Eaton Canyon — key evidence in establishing utility liability for the Eaton Fire.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Verify any contractor or adjuster's license through the California state databases, never sign documents under pressure, and consult a wildfire attorney before agreeing to any settlement offer.
Gather pay stubs, tax returns, employer letters, and business records to document your earnings before the fire, then track all missed work and lost contracts after the disaster.
FEMA, the Red Cross, and California Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-985-5990) all offer free crisis counseling and mental health resources for wildfire survivors.
Contact your pharmacy and physician for emergency replacements. Many costs are recoverable through your insurance and as part of a wildfire claim.
Yes. Most homeowners and renters policies include Additional Living Expenses (ALE) coverage, and FEMA also offers temporary housing assistance to displaced fire victims.
Federally declared disaster losses may be deductible. Settlement proceeds for property damage are generally non-taxable, but attorneys' fees and tax treatment can be complex — consult a CPA.
File a comprehensive claim with your auto insurer immediately and document the damage with photos. Vehicle losses can also be included in a third-party wildfire claim.
Contact each utility provider in writing to suspend or terminate service. Many providers waive billing for fire-destroyed properties.
Photos and videos of damage, your insurance policy, receipts for replaced items, repair estimates, medical records, and a daily log of recovery expenses.
Cal OES coordinates a state-funded Consolidated Debris Removal Program for declared wildfire disasters. Costs are recoverable through litigation against the responsible utility.
Renters can recover personal property losses, displacement damages, and emotional distress. You don't need to own property to bring a wildfire claim.
Yes. Wear N95 masks, gloves, and closed-toe boots. Burned debris may contain heavy metals, asbestos, or other hazards. Do not disturb ash before official debris removal.
Create a detailed inventory with receipts, photos, and replacement costs. A wildfire attorney can pursue full replacement value rather than depreciated cash value.
You may be entitled to recover diminution-in-value damages, even after rebuilding, as part of an inverse condemnation or negligence claim against the utility.
Yes — the mortgage obligation continues. However, lenders often offer forbearance, and your mortgage payments are recoverable as a damage element in litigation.
Comparable wildfire cases (e.g. PG&E) settled in 18–36 months. Mass-tort proceedings may move faster than individual lawsuits.
Real and personal property loss, displacement and ALE costs, lost income, diminution in value, emotional distress, and in qualifying cases, punitive damages.
You can still pursue a third-party claim against Southern California Edison directly — you do not need insurance to bring a wildfire lawsuit.
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A resource guide from experienced fire attorneys covering everything Eaton Fire victims need to know in the first 90 days.
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- Frequently asked questions
Origin Investigation
Here's How The Eaton Fire Started
January 7, 2025 · 6:18 PM
Initial Spark
The fire ignited near Altadena Drive and Midwick Drive in Eaton Canyon, close to Altadena and Pasadena.
January 8, 2025 · 12:00 AM
Rapid Spread
The fire expanded to over 1,000 acres, driven by strong Santa Ana winds with gusts up to 100 mph.
January 8, 2025 · 10:36 AM
Continued Spread
The fire's size increased to over 10,600 acres, continuing to threaten residential areas.
January 16, 2025 · 5:52 PM
Containment Efforts
Containment reached 55%, with the fire having burned 14,117 acres.
February 2025
Fire Controlled
17 fatalities · 8 injuries · 9,000 structures destroyed · 100,000 residents evacuated.
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