Burned Twice: Why Wildfire Victims Are Still Waiting
New Mexico Managing Partner Brian Colón and Senior Counsel Jesse Gallegos were featured by KRQE News 13 in a podcast episode titled “Burned Twice: Why Wildfire Victims Are Still Waiting,” published on February 17, 2026.
They discussed their representation of individuals affected by the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon wildfire and outlined ongoing concerns regarding the administration of the federal claims process. They addressed delays in claim resolution and described their continued advocacy on behalf of clients seeking compensation under the applicable federal framework.
The episode examined legal issues surrounding the implementation of the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act, including disputes over economic and non-economic damages, the status of administrative appeals, and questions related to claims processing and oversight. The discussion highlighted the broader impact of these issues on wildfire survivors pursuing recovery for their losses.
“Singleton Schreiber will continue to fight until the very last victim is compensated.”
