Time is of the Essence in a Public Utility Failure Claim
When trying to hold a public utility accountable for negligence, you need a high level of legal representation from an attorney who is both experienced and knowledgeable about the law and the complex bureaucratic process. I am attorney Robert A. Von Esch IV and I have helped clients throughout Southern California file claims against public utilities.
The steps that must be taken in filing a claim against your public utility are complicated. One mistake or any delays could invalidate your claim. You need an experienced lawyer to guide you. Take action now by contacting my Orange County law firm at 714-919-4366 or toll free at 866-605-0023.
If your property has been damaged or you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a water main leak, sewer leak or overflow, power line failure or other utility failure, you must file a government tort claim before you commence litigation. Failure to do so may result in a loss of your right to file a lawsuit. At my law firm, I help clients with that initial filing of a government tort claim. Sometimes the utility responds and fixes the problem. Far too many times, they ignore the claim or refuse to make the necessary repairs in which case we will proceed to litigation.
Times is of the Essence
If the claim is to be brought against a public utility of governmental entity, your statute of limitations is much shorter than bringing a claim against a private contractor or developer. You must submit a claim within as little as 6 months from the date of the occurrence, depending on the nature of the damage or injury. If you fail to submit a claim within this time frame, you risk waiving important legal theories.
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