Kabateck LLP Managing Partner Shant Karnikian was featured on ABC30 news discussing the ongoing challenges faced by hundreds of residents affected by the devastating January 2023 Planada floods. The firm is representing flood victims who continue to face health hazards and inadequate compensation more than a year after the disaster.
In the news story, Karnikian argued that the flood was preventable and that government agencies failed to take proper responsibility for the damage caused to the community. “Our clients in this community weren’t at fault. Somebody here within the government did something wrong, they did something improper, and they dropped the ball,” he stated.
Despite $20 million in state funding approved by Merced County to help residents, many victims like client Liza Espinoza have received minimal compensation while dealing with ongoing health issues from mold infestation caused by the flooding.
Kabateck LLP continues to fight for justice and proper compensation for all those affected by this preventable disaster.