Palisades Fire Lawsuit Attorneys

Did SCE Cause the Pacific Palisades & Eaton Fires?

At the time of this writing, the exact cause of the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fires has not been officially determined. Fire investigators from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection also have not officially speculated what might have caused the fires. However, in Altadena, the area most destroyed by the Eaton Fire, residents recalled still having power in the area even as warnings of extremely strong winds and fire dangers were given, and some believe that the fire started under a transmission tower. For these reasons, lawsuits have already been filed against Southern California Edison from Altadena homeowners who accuse the company of negligence, specifically the failure to de-energize overhead power lines before disaster struck. (SCE has denied all liability for the Eaton Fire and even stated that it does not think the transmission tower that has been investigated by Cal Fire started the blaze.)

Information about the origin of the Palisades Fire is even more difficult to discern at this time. Due to the massive size of the fire, investigations into its source have been challenging. Many speculate that it is also related to poorly maintained or managed SCE power lines, but some think it might have been caused by belated New Year’s Eve fireworks.

Evidence in a SoCal Fire Lawsuit

If you think you have grounds to file a lawsuit against SCE for the 2025 SoCal fires, try to keep copies of:

• Real estate deeds and ownership documents
• Homeowner’s or business owner’s insurance policies
• Photographs and videos of the fire or its aftermath
• Texts or emails from SCE about power line issues, high wind warnings, etc.
• Inventory lists of items within your home
• Medical records if you are treated for any condition caused by the wildfire
• Any other document that could be relevant

Our wildfire attorneys will want to review any such documentation that you can provide if we think you have grounds to file a claim or lawsuit. You never know what information will prove the most useful when preparing to take legal action, after all.

Damages for Victims of the Pacific Palisades/Eaton Fires

Nothing can undo the unthinkable harm that the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fires have caused. Yet fair financial compensation can help you try to recover, move forward, and possibly find closure if you lost a loved one to either wildfire. Matthews & Associates is highly familiar with complex, high-stakes claims, including those involving widespread destruction and loss of life. Bring your case to our law firm, and we can determine what damages might be owed to you.

In wildfire lawsuits, victims and survivors can often demand compensation related to:

• Property loss and repairs
• Lost business value
• Medical expenses for related injuries
• Pain, suffering, and emotional trauma (PTSD)

Homeowner’s Insurance Claims After a SoCal Fire

After the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fires, thousands upon thousands of homeowner’s insurance claims and business owner’s insurance claims will be filed. Statistically, many of the people who file an insurance claim after these wildfires will be issued denials without proper cause or explanation. If this happens to you, Matthews & Associates can help as well. In addition to handling injury claims, we also know how to navigate insurance bad faith claims filed against massive insurance companies. In fact, countless people have complained that State Farm canceled the fire coverage portion of their homeowner’s insurance policies shortly before the fires broke out, so the likelihood of insurance litigation following these fires is higher than usual.

Get a Free Case Consultation – Call Now

If you lost a loved one or property to the Palisades Fire or Eaton Fire, our lawyers from Matthews & Associates are available to help you understand your legal options. You can talk to our team at no upfront cost, so there is no risk to learn more about what to do next as a victim of the 2025 SoCal wildfires.

Contact us online or call (888) 923-7001 to arrange a free legal consultation.