When a chemical tank at GKN Aerospace’ s Garden Grove facility became dangerously unstable in May 2026, more than 50,000 Orange County residents were ordered to evacuate their homes. For many, the disruption lasted days. Schools closed, shelters filled to capacity, and countless workers were left with no choice but to miss work —through absolutely no fault of their own.
If you were among those evacuees, you may be wondering: can I recover the wages I lost? The answer may be yes.
When a Company’s Negligence Costs You
California law recognizes that when a business’s negligence causes harm to others — including financial harm — affected individuals may have the right to seek compensation. If GKN Aerospace is found to have violated safety regulations or failed to properly maintain its chemical storage facilities, the company could be held liable for the economic losses suffered by those forced to evacuate, including lost wages and other related expenses.
What You May Be Entitled To
Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to recover compensation for lost wages, missed business income, emergency housing and relocation costs, and other financial hardships directly caused by the evacuation.
Don’ t Wait to Explore Your Options
Legal claims have deadlines, and evidence can disappear quickly. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the better positioned you’ll be to protect your rights. The California labor and employment attorneys at Lavi & Ebrahimian are ready to help Garden Grove evacuees understand their legal options and fight for the compensation they deserve.
Call us today at (866) 470-2189 for a free consultation.