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Key Deadlines Approaching for Eaton Fire Recovery Compensation

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As community members weigh their options, the Nov. 30 deadline to submit a claim through SCE's Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program is approaching.

ROSEMEAD, Calif., October 20, 2026--Southern California Edison is encouraging community members directly impacted by the Eaton Fire to be aware of key deadlines as they evaluate options for seeking compensation. The first is the Nov. 30, 2026, cutoff to submit a claim to SCE's voluntary Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program.

The program was designed to provide compensation in line with settlement values for similar claims in past wildfire lawsuits through a more streamlined approach. More than 16,250 individuals, trusts and legal entities have already submitted claims. Nearly $1.1 billion in compensation has been offered, with almost 80% of offers accepted and more pending. Claims submitted by Nov. 30 will continue to be reviewed and processed afterward, even if validation or preparation of an offer has not been completed.

"Every family and business is facing different circumstances as they navigate recovery," said Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, SCE's parent company. "We want community members to understand the program and be aware of the November 30 deadline as they consider what path is right for them."

Understanding Key Deadlines

As community members consider how they wish to pursue compensation, many are weighing two distinct paths: participation in SCE's voluntary compensation program or litigation through the court system. The Nov. 30, 2026, deadline applies to submitting a claim to SCE's Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program.

Separate legal deadlines may apply to lawsuits filed through the court system:

  • For claims involving personal injury or wrongful death, California law generally provides a two-year statute of limitations. Depending on the circumstances, a deadline for these Eaton Fire-related lawsuits could be as early as Jan. 7, 2027.

  • For those considering litigation solely for property damage, California law generally provides a three-year statute of limitations. Depending on the circumstances, a deadline for certain Eaton Fire-related property damage lawsuits could be as early as Jan. 7, 2028.

The information above is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice.

Litigation timelines and outcomes can vary, and pursuing a claim through the court system may take years. Some claims from 2017 and 2018 fires, which involved significantly fewer plaintiffs than the Eaton Fire, are still pending today.

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