If You Have Lost a Loved One to the Devastating 2018 Camp Fire
In November, many breakthroughs took place regarding the 2018 Camp Fire, especially for those who have lost loved ones in this horrific incident on behalf of the negligence of PG&E. By the end of November 2018, many news outlets released information that human remains were being found in a variety of areas. A death toll that was once a mere handful has now transformed into 83 bodies found and, unfortunately, the missing list has grown to 560 names. Though many of these people could still be found safe and are unaware that they were listed as missing, many families fear for their loved ones and hope that they will be reunited through all of this terror.
On Wednesday, the first wrongful death lawsuit was filed and many more are to follow. At this time, many people have come forward and claimed on behalf of their own injuries and behalf of the many lives that have been lost due to this outright negligence. They have sought compensatory and punitive damages for inexcusable actions, and the company’s failure to keep the public safe from harm.
On Wednesday, for instance, a woman whose father was killed in the catastrophic fire filed suit against the corporation, stating that the utility company could have prevented the fire and is now being blamed for tens of deaths. In other cases, citizens have come forward and filed for a wide variety of damages to help them after they have lost homes, loved ones, and received injuries of their own that could have been prevented in these horrific times.
Moving Forward with a Wrongful Death Claim
If you can prove that an entity, such as in the case of PG&E, caused a serious accident that led to the loss of life of a loved one, you might have a wrongful death claim. Sometimes these accidents happen due to the actions or inactions of negligent individuals or companies who are not looking out for the well-being of others. Because PG&E is such a major corporation in California, this mean that they are fitted with big-name attorneys and insurance companies and now many people are taking a stand and banding against the company that has caused such a traumatic experience for so many across California.
If you have lost a loved one due to the 2018 Camp Fire, you will have to show that the fatality was caused by the negligence or intentionally wrongful actions of another party and that the surviving members of the loved one have suffered real harm due to the loss of their loved one. If you are successful in your claim, you might be able to compensate for a variety of aspects such as medical bills, lost wages, emotional suffering, and more. This compensation will allow you to move forward even as you are dealing with the wide array of emotions that follow these serious cases.
If you or a loved one have been negatively impacted by the 2018 Camp Fire in California, we understand just how difficult this experience can be for you and your family, especially if you have lost a loved one too soon. There are many causes of wrongful deaths throughout California and we want to ensure that you are moving forward with an attorney who can help you understand your rights in a California wrongful death case. We have helped a variety of individuals receive proven case results and want to stand by your side when you need us most. Contact us today at the Brady Law Group at (415) 459-7300 for more information.
