Jan. 29, 2026
Edison expert urges jury to slash or reject Thomas Fire damages claim
Two cannabis companies are seeking more than $20 million in damages from the 2017 Thomas Fire. Edison acknowledges liability but contends any losses tied to the utility are far lower than the plaintiffs claim.
A forensic accounting expert retained by Southern California Edison urged jurors Wednesday to sharply reduce - or fully reject - damages claims brought by two cannabis businesses that claim the 2017 Thomas Fire and subsequent debris flows ruined their operation and forced them to close.
Represented by Capello & Noël LLP, CA Labs Inc. and Start Inc. say the losses could exceed $20 million. Edison, represented by Hueston Hennigan LLP, contends any recoverable losses attributable...
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