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Thousands Affected Fighting For Fire Victims HOW MUCH RESPONSIBILITY RESTS ON PG&E’S SHOULDERS?

INVESTIGATING THE WINE COUNTY FIRES

HOW MUCH RESPONSIBILITY RESTS ON PG&E’S SHOULDERS?

The Northern California wildfires consumed 8,900 structures, burned 245,000 acres, sent 185 people to the hospital, and left 43 more dead. The investigation exploring what caused this tragedy is still ongoing, but information that has already been uncovered indicates that the initial sparks may have come from PG&E electrical lines. This raises serious questions about the electrical company’s upkeep and maintenance of PG&E's equipment, and whether or not PG&E acted reasonably and lawfully by trimming shrubbery and trees near its power lines.

Call us at (415) 940-7176 to discuss your situation with a member of our firm today.

Our San Francisco personal injury attorneys at Rouda Feder Tietjen & McGuinn are currently investigating the potentially negligent actions on the part of PG&E that may have had a direct impact on the wildfires that raged throughout Northern California earlier this year. If you were affected by these fires, contact our firm today to learn more about your legal options and take the next step towards securing the legal outcome you deserve.

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  • Ronald H. Rouda
  • John M. Feder
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  • Ronald H. Rouda Ronald H. Rouda

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    If practice makes perfect, then Ron should be getting close. In 2010 he celebrated 50 years in practice. But he is far from slowing down. He continues to combine his wealth of experience with an insatiable curiosity and desire for justice, making him one of the most respected (and feared) trial lawyers in California. Rouda is the firm’s founding partner. He has obtained numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. 

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    John’s tenacity and compassion are unmatched. He develops strong bonds with his clients and their families. John’s boundless energy and his dedication to his clients make for a combination that is difficult to beat. This is reflected in the impressive results he has obtained for his clients over the last 40 years. Outside of work John enjoys traveling, waterskiing, bicycling and other outdoor activities with his wife and children.

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  • Timothy G. Tietjen Timothy G. Tietjen

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    Mr. Tietjen’s 35+ year career history is star-studded with remarkable victories and multimillion-dollar settlements for his clients. One of his most notable cases involves a worker who was badly electrocuted while performing his duties; the result was a $29 million dollar settlement – one of the largest ever recovered for a personal injury case in California. Mr. Tietjen enjoys several hobbies in his free time.
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  • Cynthia McGuinn Cynthia McGuinn

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    Cynthia’s skills in the courtroom are the envy of many attorneys and she has the trial record to prove it—a number of her jury trials have resulted in eight-figure verdicts and in 2015 she earned the record for the largest personal injury verdict in the history of Sonoma County. Cynthia has an A.V. Preeminent® rating for ethics and legal talent rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Her jury verdict results are available upon request.

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  • June P. Bashant June P. Bashant

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    A Bay Area consumer safety and wrongful death attorney, June’s client-centered focus is dedicated to providing the emotional support and resources her clients need to restore security to their lives following a catastrophic injury. June’s work on behalf of her clients has resulted in improved safety standards and consumer protections – leveling the playing field when powerful corporations act irresponsibly or negligently.
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  • Mandissa Logan Mandissa Logan

    Attorney

    Mandissa joined the personal injury law firm Rouda Feder Tietjen & McGuinn in 2011, and soon gained experience in a wide array of cases, from equestrian accidents to retail space injuries. Before joining the firm, Mandissa received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Yale University. She earned a law degree from Emory University where she became deeply committed to plaintiffs' advocacy. 

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  • Robert Igleheart Robert Igleheart

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    Born in Brussels, Belgium and moving throughout Europe and Asia, Robert Igleheart finally landed in San Francisco, California where he attended the University of San Francisco for finance. Upon graduation, he received a scholarship to continue his education at Loyola University in New Orleans for a Juris Doctor and Masters in Business. Robert enjoys traveling and exploring cultures and is an avid outdoor adventurer.
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AN INVESTIGATION THAT HITS CLOSE TO HOME

While we treat every case as if it affects us personally, it’s especially true in this situation. Firm partner Tim Tietjen lost his own home in Napa to the fires. In a blog we recently posted to the site, he said that,

“I am determined to find out what happened and hold responsible parties accountable. I understand what fire victims are going through—because I’m going through it myself—and that provides extra motivation to obtain full compensation for my fellow Northern Californians.”

Tim will review the insurance policies of those who suffered losses in this tragic fire free of charge, as well as provide advice on the best course of action to take moving forward. On top of that, he has offered free consultations to discuss potential legal remedies fellow fire victims can explore.

Work with a Law Firm You Can Trust

At Rouda Feder Tietjen & McGuinn, our San Francisco personal injury lawyers understand just how devastating losing everything to a wildfire can be. If you were affected by the Wine County Fires, you deserve the chance to fight for the legal outcome you deserve. Call us at (415) 940-7176 to discuss your case with one of our lawyers or fill out our online form today to give us the details of your situation. Don’t wait to find the help you need. Take the next step today.

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