Lithium-ion batteries are the new standard for everything from wireless devices to electric cars. However, these easy-to-charge batteries do not come without risks. Understanding how to prevent a lithium battery fire can help you stay safe and avoid thermal runaway fires like the one that happened in Moss Landing, CA, where residents were evacuated due...
The rise of clean energy has increased reliance on lithium-ion batteries, which now power everything from consumer electronics to massive energy storage facilities like the Vistra Energy Storage Facility in Moss Landing, California. While these batteries offer efficiency and scalability, they also carry serious risks that can lead to uncontrollable fires. The recent incidents in...
The Moss Landing community and surrounding areas of Monterey County have been deeply affected by the recent fires at the Vistra Energy Storage Facility, one of the largest lithium-ion battery sites in the world. The incidents early this year forced the evacuation of over a thousand residents. They raised serious concerns about the health risks...
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is life-altering. While no amount of money can ever replace what’s lost, California law gives surviving family members the right to seek accountability and compensation. One of the first questions we’re often asked is: “How much is a wrongful death case worth?” Statistics Are Just the...
Multiple explosions ripped through a fireworks warehouse in Esparto, CA on the evening of Tuesday, July 1, leveling parts of the site, igniting a wildfire, and sending a plume of smoke 15,000 feet into the air. The Oakdale Fire, sparked by the blast, has already burned dozens of acres. A Fireworks Warehouse Goes Up in...
The fire was the result of thermal runaway of Vistra’s batteries. Thermal runaway is a self-sustaining chemical reaction within a battery that occurs when the heat generated exceeds the heat dissipated. This leads to a rapid increase in temperature and pressure, potentially resulting in fires or explosions. Once initiated, thermal runaway is difficult to stop...
The deadline to file the Right of Entry (ROE) paperwork for properties impacted by the devastating Eaton Fire in Altadena and Sierra Madre is rapidly approaching, with an extension granted until April 15. Don’t delay—take action now to ensure you meet the deadline. Based on our experience, most property owners find it beneficial to file...
Is the Moss Landing Fire a Class Action Lawsuit? No, we are filing our cases against Vistra Corp. and PG&E as individual claims. Each of our clients suffered unique losses. While the judge may coordinate the handling of these cases, generally they are not appropriate as a class action. Many people think that because of...