Work Begins To Stabilize Landslide
It is being speculated by some of these experts that the hillside can in fact be fixed permanently and the houses rebuilt, but that the cost of the rebuilding will likely have to be borne by the homeowners themselves. Patrick E. Catalano and Jannik P. Catalano are referenced in the article.
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Slide Victims Planning Legal Action Against City
Homeowners are complaining that they were never warned about the scope of the Soledad Mountain Road landslide, while city officials claim that warnings were sent out. Some homeowners claim they received a letter regarding water maintenance, but that there was no mention of a potential landslide. Patrick E. Catalano is quoted in the article.
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More Mount Soledad Homes Appear To Be At Risk
The landslide that occurred on Soledad Mountain Road in La Jolla, California caused the destruction of seven homes and the evacuation of over one hundred others. The alleged cause of the landslide is leaking city of San Diego water pipes that weakened the hillside, eventually leading to a slope failure. Some consultants are worried that the same slope could slip again, destroying additional homes. Patrick E. Catalano is referenced in the article.
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Gov. Declares State of Emergency In Wake Of Slide
Thus far, the estimated damage of the slide stands at $48 million. The declaration of a state of emergency clears the way for various governmental agencies to participate in remedying the situation on Soledad Mountain Road.
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La Jolla’s Mount Soledad – Landslide Litigation
The Law Offices of Patrick E. Catalano has extensive experience in landslide cases and has filed a lawsuit against the City of San Diego representing multiple homeowners affected by the Mount Soledad landslide in La Jolla, California. The firm has 25 years of experience in handling landslide cases and has represented thousands of clients in Malibu, San Clemente and Oceanside CA.
If your home has been damaged by earth movement, or if you are having difficulty with your insurance company regarding your claim, contact our San Diego Office at 619-233-3565 or San Francisco Office at 415-788-0207 for a free consultation.