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Successfully recovered $12 million in a car accident case

Trusted Legal Representation for Explosion and Fire Accident Cases

Injuries that result from explosions and fires can have lifelong consequences, including both serious physical injuries and severe psychological damage. A person who has suffered such an injury caused by the negligence of another party deserves to be compensated for not just the medical bills they will have to pay, but for the pain and suffering they’ve experienced.

At the Law Offices of Christopher Montes de Oca, we are pleased to represent you in and out of court and get you the compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery. Let us be your advocates during this difficult time.

Causes of explosions and fires

One of the most important aspects of this type of case is determining the cause of the explosion or fire, as this will be necessary to prove the defendant was at fault. Some of the most common examples of causes for these kinds of accidents include faulty wiring and furnaces, gas leaks, a lack of (or malfunctioning) smoke detectors, the presence of flammable materials in improper areas and the improper use of open flame.

The process of determining the cause of a fire or explosion requires a significant amount of experience, and in many cases it is necessary to bring in outside experts who can analyze the incident to determine what happened. Those experts (engineers, electricians, gas line technicians, etc.) can then serve as valuable witnesses in your case.

Once the cause of the accident is clear, the focus of the case shifts to proving the liability of the defendant.

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If you or a loved one have been injured in a fire or an explosion and you have reason to believe another party’s negligence is responsible for the accident, we encourage you to contact us today to schedule a consultation appointment. We are prepared to be your legal advocates throughout your case.

The insurance company offered Mary only $30,000 for the brain injury she suffered during a car accident. We fought for Mary and recovered over $12 million. Watch this video to hear Mary’s story – told by her incredible parents.

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Recognition for Excellence and Integrity

Chris is proud and humbled to be named as one of the top personal injury lawyers in Los Angeles for four straight years. Among those honors, Chris is recognized as a Super Lawyer. Each year, no more than 2.5% of the lawyers in the state receive this award. Chris was recently recognized as a “National Trial Lawyer Top 100”. Membership is extended solely to the select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state who demonstrate superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature and public profile.

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Recent Wins For Clients

  • Won $12.3 Million Jury Verdict in a Car Accident Case
  • 11th Highest Jury Verdict for a Car Accident Case in CA
  • 35th Highest Jury Verdict of All Cases in CA
  • Number 1 Verdict for Failure to Inform in California

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