Latimer & Kenkel Law Offices

Local Info on Debris Removal: https://buttecountyrecovers.org/debrisremoval

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Camp Fire: Planning for Recovery A presentation by Attorney Michael A Kelly of Walkup, Melodia, Kelly, and Schoenberger

There are a lot of ads floating around for "wildfire attorneys." Some of these ads state that "time is limited," lending a sense of urgency to this disaster that is most likely NOT grounded in truth. One thing I've learned since this catastrophe started is that people almost always have plenty of time to figure out their next steps, legally speaking. Please please please everyone, take care of yourselves and understand that the first step to deal with this disaster to is get informed.

In an effort to respond adequately to questions we’ve been getting from clients and friends, Latimer & Kenkel will be hosting an informational meeting to try to answer any and all questions about insurance issues and the potential legal ramifications of the Camp Fire. We have invited our dear friend and trusted colleague Mike Kelly to come to Chico to address any questions you or anyone else might have. Mike’s law firm is Walkup, Melodia, Kelly and Schoenberger, a very trustworthy plaintiffs firm. Mike is currently co-lead counsel on the cases involving the Sonoma Fires and can share real insight into the way PG&E might respond to this catastrophe. If you are interested in hearing from one of the expert lawyers on this subject, don’t hesitate to come: Tuesday, November 20, 6 pm, El Rey Theater in downtown Chico.

For those interested in the role of PG&E... food for thought. From the article: "Recently completed Cal Fire investigations have determined that 17 Northern California wildfires in 2017 were started by issues with PG&E power infrastructure." https://www.sacbee.com/latest-news/article221740610.html

If you've lost your home in the Camp Fire please watch this video.

The devastation that the Camp Fire has created is so vast... it affects every person in the Butte County area, directly or indirectly. People have contacted us for legal guidance, and so we say this: Butte County community members, stay strong and clear headed as we navigate the next days, weeks, months, and years of recovering from this fire. When it comes to making legal decisions, know this: you have time. You do not have to make important decisions out of fear or panic. Take deep breaths, and hang in there. We will get through this.

Noura Jackson’s conviction was overturned, she had spent nine years in prison. This type of prosecutorial error is almost never punished.

Confusion at the top of our executive branch continues about the difference between allegations and convictions of criminal conduct. https://www.nytimes.com//nyreg/trump-police-too-nice.html

Traveler Alert! The police can search your cell phone without probable cause at the Border.