Mikal Watts has represented wildfire survivors across some of the most devastating fire disasters in the United States, including major cases in California, Oregon, New Mexico, Texas, and Maui.
Mikal Watts has been appointed to leadership roles and has worked alongside some of the nation’s top attorneys in wildfire litigation, helping negotiate historic recoveries for survivors and communities. These include a $13.5 billion settlement with PG&E, a $4 billion+ Maui wildfire settlement, and a $125 million settlement for Oregon wineries and vineyards harmed by wildfire smoke.
Helping Clients Across the Nation
Watts Law Firm has helped more than 22,000 people recover after devastating wildfires – work driven not only by securing compensation, but by pushing for accountability, safer practices, and meaningful change for the communities left behind.
Focused On Change
This work has helped force utilities and other responsible companies to make major safety changes – from burying power lines and improving grid infrastructure to better maintaining trees and vegetation near lines – because when preventable wildfires lead to billion-dollar lawsuits, companies are pushed to fix dangerous practices before more communities are harmed.
Hiring a lawyer at Watts Law Firm costs nothing upfront, as we operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring our payment is contingent on winning your case and obtaining compensation for you.
The timeline can vary depending on the size of the fire, the number of claims, the evidence involved, and whether the responsible parties are willing to negotiate. Many wildfire lawsuits take years to resolve, especially when they involve major utilities, widespread property damage, injuries, deaths, or thousands of survivors. Watts Law Firm works to move cases as efficiently as possible while still building the strongest case for full accountability and recovery.
It can be. Wildfire claims are subject to legal deadlines, and once those deadlines pass, survivors may lose the right to recover compensation. The timeline depends on the fire, the location, the type of claim, and the status of the litigation or settlement process. If you were affected by a wildfire, it is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible so they can determine whether you may still be eligible to file a claim or participate in an existing recovery process.
Focused on People
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