What You Will Find in a Full California Wildfire Investigation

California wildfires are becoming far too common, with many of them leading to a resolution as investigators come out and survey many different aspects of these incidents. This has been the case since the California Camp Fire, which took place in November of 2018 and has caused chaotic results for many people involved. While over 80 people lost their lives, thousands more received injuries and tens of thousands of people unfortunately had to leave their homes, many of which burned to the ground in the town of Paradise. Many individuals rely on the investigative part of a wildfire, as it helps them make their claim against a company or individual who acted in a negligent fashion.

At this point in time, all fingers tend to point toward PG&E, who failed to maintain equipment that might have sparked the fire. With evidence stacking up against the company, it is clear that they will probably be found fully liable, which means that they will owe all of those who have sustained serious losses during this difficult time. What do investigators look for when they are investigating a wildfire?

Wildfire Investigations 

Investigators will try to follow many clues, including burn patterns, to locate where the fire started. Through a variety of techniques, they will narrow down the point of origin to about 10 feet by 10 feet, which will allow them to sift through the evidence of ash, brush, and dirt so that they can determine if a piece of equipment or some other origin started a fire. This investigation can be tedious and time-consuming, but it is not unheard of for them to be able to locate a successful match. Investigators just might pinpoint the faulty and badly-maintained equipment from PG&E as the reason for the fire, which will ensure that they are liable for the event.

Of course, there is more to an investigation than just what is in front of investigators. Just rom evidence alone, investigators might not be able to tell that somebody has acted negligently. From there, they will speak with witnesses, first responders, and more. Luckily, in this specific case, employees from PG&E actually witnessed the very beginnings of the wildfire and were able to locate the area where the fire started, relating PG&E to the incident.

Will PG&E Be on the Hook?  

There is a chance that PG&E will, indeed, be on the hook for a variety of damages sustained by other parties as they experienced one of the most difficult times of their lives. In fact, the utility company is facing up to $30 billion in damages for the wildfire incident. In the past, PG&E has actually been held liable for a variety of other wildfire events, explosions, and more that led to fatalities, personal injuries, loss of properties, and more. Now, with many lawsuits being filed every week from different parties, there is a chance that the company will face one of these events on a much bigger level.

At the Brady Law Group, we believe that evidence speaks for itself, which is why the best investigators are taking a closer look at the wildfire and attempting to determine liability so that all parties can move forward during this difficult time. To those who have suffered injuries to those who have experienced the tragic loss of a loved one, our California wildfire attorneys are here for you during this desperate time. Contact us today to find out how we can apply our knowledge of the law to your case and help you move forward at (866) 478-6483.