Recently, Southern California Edison (SCE) announced its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program. This fund promises to provide “direct payments and fast resolutions” to eligible individuals who have suffered wildfire-related losses. However, this fund is not what it seems. It is designed to pay pennies on the dollar of what Eaton Fire victims truly deserve. Protect your
Every year, thousands of Californians visit emergency departments for injuries suffered in automobile accidents. Many of these victims are vehicle passengers, not drivers. If you get hurt while riding in a car as a passenger, you may be eligible for financial compensation from one or more car insurance companies. Protect your passenger rights by working
When a California wildfire takes a toll on your property, community and life, you need timely funds to rebuild. Mediation is an out-of-court process that can help you achieve a settlement sooner. A wildfire lawsuit that goes to trial, however, could result in greater financial compensation. The right legal route for you is something that
If you have always paid your insurance premiums, your first step after a harmful wildfire in California should be to file an insurance claim. If the claim is met with pushback from the insurance company, such as the insurer attempting to shift the blame to a utility company, explore your options for making a financial
Founding Partner Richard Bridgford was selected for inclusion on The Best Lawyers in America’s 2026 list in the Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation categories for his work with plaintiffs. This marks Richard’s fourth year in a row being recognized by Best Lawyers. For more than three decades, Best Lawyers has been considered the most
The first lawsuits have been set for trial on January 25th, 2027 regarding the devastating Eaton Fires. Fifty bellwether plaintiffs will stand up to Southern California Edison for their part in causing the Eaton Fire nearly two years after the blaze. In mass torts, bellwether trials are conducted to gauge the potential liability as well