Napa County Wildfire: Fighting for Your Justice After the Pickett Fire
The devastating Pickett Fire took so much from the Napa County community—our businesses, our livelihoods, and our sense of security.
If you or your property were affected by the toxic smoke and chemicals from the fire, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your losses.
The Story of the Pickett Fire
The catastrophic Pickett Fire broke out in Napa County on August 21, 2025, threatening and impacting rural areas, including Calistoga, Pope Valley, Aetna Springs, and Angwin. The fire, which burned thousands of acres, was fueled by hot, dry conditions and fueled by a legacy of prior wildfires in the area.
While the official cause remains under investigation, early reports point to negligence on a private property as the likely source. This incident has prompted an official state of emergency and is the basis for legal action by affected residents, vineyards, and businesses seeking justice and accountability.
Don't face these losses alone. Individuals and businesses who sustained health issues, property damage, or economic losses due to the Pickett Fire may be entitled to compensation.
The Pickett Fire Was a Preventable Disaster
The Pickett Fire was not a natural disaster. It was the foreseeable result of alleged negligence. Our investigation shows that this fire could have been prevented.
Alleged Negligence
Initial investigations indicate the fire may have been caused by improperly discarded ashes from an outdoor fireplace on a private property. This points to a human-caused disaster rather than an act of nature.
Catastrophic Consequences
The fire has destroyed homes and outbuildings and caused over $65 million in agricultural damages due to burned vineyards and the risk of "smoke taint" in wine grapes.
Damages for Victims
These failures led to a fire that released toxic smoke and ash into the air, forcing evacuations and causing significant financial and personal hardship. This forms the basis for legal action against the responsible parties.
Let Our Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Advocate for Your Recovery
Victims in the Pickett Fire may be entitled to justice and compensation. We are dedicated to holding the responsible parties accountable for the negligence that led to this disaster.
The damages available to Pickett fire victims may include recovery for a wide range of losses and hardships, such as:
Medical expenses related to smoke inhalation and other health issues
Property damage and cleanup costs from ash and soot
Lost wages, business losses, and interruptions (including "smoke taint" of grape harvests)
Evacuation Expenses
Pain and suffering
Loss of enjoyment of property or quality of life
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Latest Legal Victories & Settlements¹
$4 Billion Proposed Settlement for Maui Wildfire Victims**
$13.5 Billion vs. Public Utility - 2020 (FLG represents 4,500 clients of approximately 40,000 victims)**
$1.8 Billion vs. Public Utility - 2021 (FLG represents 8,202 clients of approximately 35,000 victims)**
$585 Million Collective recoveries for FLG clients from catastrophic injury, wrongful death in various types of personal injury claims/tractor trailer crashes
$223 Million Jury Verdict²
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$223 Million Jury Verdict: One of the largest jury verdicts in Southern California²
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$17.5 Million Obtained after second week of trial: personal injury
$8 Million award: personal injury/ property damage
**This is the amount recovered by all victims as part of a collective settlement. Under the settlement terms, each plaintiff's recovery is determined based on various factors. This amount is not the total recovered solely by FLG clients