Sce payout program

“Should I take it?” “Will I get less?” “Will it save me headaches”

We’ll be getting your questions answered and updating this page regularly with new information and guidance from experts.

*This is not legal advice. You should consult an attorney about the specifics of your case.

The basics

Southern California Edison has released a draft of their financial settlement program for those directly affected by the Eaton fire. The terms are complex and should be fully understood before agreeing. We are preparing a full step-by-step guide for you but in the interim, here are some

This program may be a lifeline for folks who are in dire need of financial assistance to recover. Each case will be different. 

get answers

We have experts standing by to answer your questions. These will never be shared with SCE and answers will be published to this page as quickly as possible.

Attending a

Workshop?

If you attend an SCE worksop, please know:

  1. Nothing said in the workshops is confidential, so be aware that it can be used in litigation, any specifics about your situation should be held close to the vest until we know more about the program itself. 

  2. Workshops will be broken into smaller groups, so gather with neighbors afterwards to compare notes, as you won’t be able to hear everyone collectively. 

before accepting

a payout

The SCE program only covers your primary structure - nothing else on your property.

  1. SCE determines your pre and post-fire property value, per Square Foot. If there are any errors in their calculations, (even on your Square Footage), there is a 9-month revision period.

  2. SCE has not announced when payouts will be issued.

  3. Emotional damages are assessed at a flat amount of $100k per adult and $50k per child.

  4. Settlements are assessed per household, including all members at once. 

in simplest

terms

When a company sets up a program like this, it usually means they know they could be held responsible and think it’s easier and cheaper to settle than to fight in court. There’s never a guarantee with lawsuits, but the fact they’re offering this indicates that SCE thinks settling might work out better for them.