The Texas Panhandle wildfires started on February 26, 2024, in Stinnett, Texas, when a neglected wooden power pole snapped in half, and its lines started a fire that raged across that part of the state. 

The devastating impact continues to unfold due to failure and negligence in maintaining utility infrastructure.

Firefighters battle tirelessly to contain the largest wildfire in state history, which consumed nearly 1.1 million acres.

Dry, windy conditions persisted, posing a challenge to their efforts.

Tragically, The Wildfires Have Claimed Lives, Disrupted Countless Others, And Left A Trail Of Destruction.

Livestock losses number in the thousands, crops lie charred, and homes are reduced to ash.

The threat of additional fires looms as meteorologists forecast low humidity and winds of 10 to 20 miles per hour.

The Smokehouse Creek Fire resulted from:

• Gross negligence by those entrusted with the safety of utility infrastructures;
• a neglected wooden utility power pole directly ignited the catastrophic blaze;
• The pole was marked for replacement, proving the utility company knew of the danger and did nothing to stop a foreseeable disaster;
• The utility operators directly caused and contributed to the scale of destruction.

We Are Taking Action And Pursuing Legal Recourse.

In response to this catastrophic event, experienced wildfire litigator Mikal Watts of Watts Law Firm LLP, along with Joe L. Lovell of Lovell Hoffman Law PLLC and Scott W. Sherwood of Sherwood & Sherwood P.C., filed a comprehensive lawsuit against the utility companies implicated in the disaster.

The lawsuit cites gross negligence by these entities as the direct cause of the extensive damages and losses suffered by the residents and business owners of the Texas Panhandle.

The lawsuit against XCEL Energy Services, Southwestern Public Service Company, and Osmose Utility Services, Inc. will go a long way toward helping residential and commercial victims recover

These entities are held accountable for negligent inspection, maintenance, and oversight of utility infrastructure, leading to catastrophic wildfires

Our legal efforts seek justice for the victims, aiming to hold utility companies responsible for the widespread devastation, loss of life, and destruction of homes and communities they have repeatedly caused.

Rebuilding Together: Seek Justice and Drive Change

If you or someone you know has been impacted by the Texas Panhandle fires, we invite you to reach out for a free consultation.

We commit to representing your interests on a contingency fee basis, meaning you only incur fees if we achieve a favorable outcome for your case.

By joining forces, we can not only pursue the compensation you rightfully deserve but also foster a united front to rebuild our communities and prevent future tragedies.

Together, we are stronger and capable of inspiring real change.

Contact us now for a free, private case evaluation to determine the potential value of your case--we operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will pay a fee only if we win your case.