At least three suits representing more than a dozen victims were filed Monday, Jan. 13, in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Southern California Edison, blaming the utility for igniting the Eaton fire, which reduced areas of Altadena to rubble and caused 16 deaths.
The Eaton fire has become a traumatic event for its victims, who, through no fault of their own, went from homeowners to homeless in a matter of hours.
Despite knowing of an extreme fire risk, defendants deliberately prioritized profits over safety. This recklessness and conscious disregard for human safety was a substantial factor in bringing about the Eaton Fire.
Gabriela Ornelas, an SCE spokesperson, said Edison was aware of the litigation and will review the legal complaints once the company receives them.
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