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PartnerGary A. Praglin is a partner at Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP, where he handles complex personal injury cases, including mass tort actions involving environmental contamination of air, water and soil. These cases often involve ...
The destruction caused by wildfires is nothing short of devastating. Damages extend far beyond the loss of physical property. Victims often face the toll of losing not just their homes but also their sense of safety and stability.
Potential losses may include:
- Property damage, including dwelling and contents
- Expenses related to evacuation and temporary residence
- Personal injury, wrongful death, and emotional distress
Choosing a law firm to represent you in wildfire litigation takes careful consideration. This decision will have long-lasting impacts on your recovery—both financially and emotionally.
Need to hire a Los Angeles wildfire attorney? Before you sign a fee agreement form, make sure you ask a lawyer these 7 questions first.
Read More ›Polyfluoroalkyl substances; It’s a mouthful, which is why they go by the acronym, PFAS. These substances are also known as “forever chemicals” because they persist “forever” in groundwater, and thus in drinking water. For decades, PFAS chemicals were widely used in the manufacturing of household products and for industrial uses, leading to widespread contamination of groundwater, water treatment plants, and landfills across the U.S. As a result, PFAS contamination is an emerging environmental crisis across the country, which has given rise to litigation in many states.
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