Was your home or property damaged in the tragic Eaton Canyon or Hurst Fires?

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If your residence or business was within the Eaton Fire or Hurst Fire areas and suffered damage or you experienced loss, we’d like to hear from you. Contact us at 800-776-6044, or [email protected] for a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about your legal rights. You may also use the secure form on this page.

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The Eaton Fire ignited out on January 7, 2025, in Eaton Canyon near Altadena, California. Driven by strong Santa Ana winds, the fire spread quickly, scorching more than 14,000 acres and tragically claiming 17 lives. The inferno devastated nearly 10,000 structures, including homes and businesses, and led to the evacuation of thousands of residents.

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Why work with Keller Rohrback?
At Keller Rohrback, we are more than “just lawyers.” We are empathetic people who understand the profound pain and devastation that wildfires can cause. We talk about it with our clients every day. Our dedicated team of wildfire attorneys specializes in providing comprehensive legal representation to individuals, businesses, and communities affected by devastating wildfires and are committed to helping our clients hold responsible parties accountable in order to obtain the compensation and justice they deserve.

We have a highly experienced team of wildfire attorneys. Keller Rohrback is one of only a small handful of firms in the nation to successfully take a power company to trial for starting a wildfire.
We are an established nationwide firm with more than 70 attorneys and vast experience in prosecuting mass torts and class actions.
We have a track record of success: We have recovered more than $94 billion in settlement and judgements on behalf of our clients.
We are local. We have an office in Santa Barbara with attorneys who specialize in wildfire litigation.
We are responsive to your needs. Our team of dedicated legal professionals have the time, knowledge, experience, and resources needed to provide you with the absolute best representation available.

What compensation may victims be eligible to recover?
Following a wildfire, you may have a variety of legal rights to pursue, from personal injury or loss of a loved one to property damage and loss of business income. Insurance rarely if ever can cover the full range of losses from a catastrophic wildfire. Common unaccounted for damages include, but are not limited to:

• Evacuation expenses
• Medical expenses
• Property damage
• Wrongful death
• Lost wages

• Land value depreciation
• Loss or harm to pets and livestock
• Business losses
• Pain and suffering

We invite you to speak with one of our experienced wildfire attorneys today to learn more about your legal rights and potential claims.
Call 800-776-6044.

More About the Eaton Canyon and Hurst Fires

The devastating Southern California wildfire that began on January 7, 2025 in Altadena’s Eaton Canyon may have originated in equipment failure or mismanagement by the electric company Southern California Edison (SCE). The Hurst Fire ignited the same evening near the San Fernando Valley community of Sylmar.

The Washington Post reports that experts have determined there was electrical flow in transmission lines adjacent to Eaton Canyon’s hillside and nearby homes during a period of high wildfire risk caused by red-flag wind conditions. SCE issued a report on January 10 noting a downed conductor at a tower associated with a major circuit serving Sylmar on January 7. We expect ongoing investigations will focus on whether the electrical lines should have been powered down, as is the customary procedure for California utilities.

If you owned property or lived in the areas impacted by the Eaton or Hurst Fires and faced losses, damage, or evacuation, we are here to help. Keller Rohrback is a national leader in bringing litigation against the electric companies that spark devastating wildfires through mismanagement and negligence of their lines and equipment—indeed, we are one of only a small handful of firms in the nation to successfully take a power company to trial for starting a wildfire, and win. In our firm’s long history we have recovered more than $94 billion in settlement and judgements on behalf of our clients.

The Los Angeles fires have left countless people mourning the loss of their homes, livelihoods, and cherished memories. The Eaton Canyon fire has burned more than 14,000 acres and damaged or destroyed thousands of homes and the Hurst fire has burned almost 800 acres and forced the evacuation of more than 3,000 people. There has been a tragic loss of life, and the close-knit communities have been altered forever. Our firm knows, from our work on behalf of other wildfire survivors, that this has been a hugely traumatic event for the community, and that the road to rebuilding will be difficult and complicated. But if your home or business was destroyed or you lost valuable property, there may be a financial remedy beyond insurance coverage to help you recover.

Los Angeles Wildfire Resources:

LA County Recovers: LA County disaster relief website with multiple resources provided.
FEMA:If you have suffered a loss due to these fires, you can file a FEMA claim to obtain assistance.
Disaster Recovery Centers: FEMA Disaster Resource Centers are designed to serve as a one-stop shop for fire victims, can assist with a range of needs beyond FEMA claims. They are open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the following locations:

Locations

Westside Location

UCLA Research Park West
10850 West Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

Eastside Location

Pasadena City College Community Education Center
3035 E. Foothill Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107

American Red Cross: The Red Cross is offering financial assistance to households affected by the Eaton, Palisades, Hurst, and Kenneth fires. To learn more about financial assistance, please visit redcross.org/gethelp or call 211 or visit 211LA for help. For information on the Red Cross's Open Shelters and Disaster Relief Services click here.
Find Missing People: The Red Cross can help with finding a missing friend or loved one.
LA Times: A list of free and discounted resources for victims of Los Angeles-area fires.
Los Angeles Fire Department

Resources for Eaton Fire Affected Individuals

Reconnect with Loved Ones: If you are seeking information about a missing loved one due to the fires, contact 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) with detailed information.
Family Assistance Center: For those impacted by the January 2025 fires in Los Angeles County, or to notify family of your safety and well-being, please call the Red Cross at (800) 675-5799.
California Fire Foundation Assistance: Providing $250 SAVE gift cards for residents who lost their homes in the fires. Distribution is at the Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101-2308, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily, or until cards are depleted. Cards can be used for essential items such as food, clothing, gas, medicine, or temporary shelter.
Emergency Food and Supplies: The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank works with over 600 partner agencies. Find a local food pantry by entering your address at LA Food Bank Pantry Locator.
Food and Nutrition for Older Adults: Support for older adults experiencing food insecurity. Locate a meal site at LA County Community and Senior Centers.
Hotel Accommodations: The Hotel Association of Los Angeles has compiled a list of hotels in the Los Angeles area offering rooms at special rates for fire victims. Access the continuously updated list on Google Spreadsheet.

About Keller Rohrback L.L.P.

Keller Rohrback is experienced at holding energy companies accountable in wildfire litigation. Recently, Keller Rohrback was appointed as Co-Lead Counsel to represent survivors of a series of fires caused by the utility PacifiCorp over the Labor Day 2020 weekend in Oregon. Keller Rohrback’s and their co-counsel’s work ultimately resulted in a jury verdict finding PacifiCorp liable to the class of survivors of four fires and awarded a combined $90 million in compensatory and punitive damages to the 17 plaintiffs appointed to represent the class. When factoring in the damages available to the class, it would be the largest civil jury verdict in Oregon history.

Keller Rohrback’s environmental lawyers have a long history of successfully representing individuals and class members in a wide range of important environmental litigation. Whether fighting for victims of preventable wildfires, working for victims of oil spills, communities exposed to toxic materials, or people who purchased contaminated or defective products, Keller Rohrback’s team of experienced environmental litigators have helped to protect people and the environment across the country.

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