August 2026 Update: The Los Angeles County Fire Department has identified electrical arcing on an out-of-service Southern California Edison transmission tower as the cause of the Eaton Fire. Join us at an upcoming town hall to discuss what the report means for your claim. Bridgford, Gleason & Artinian will be hosting a town hall
Whether or not a wildfire settlement that’s awarded to a victim in California will be taxed depends on what the settlement is paying for. Under federal and state tax laws, certain portions of a personal injury settlement can be taxed. However, the majority of these settlements are not subject to taxation, or qualify for tax…
In California, the significant risk of wildfires has led to special property ownership regulations. The defensible space requirement for property owners in fire zones is an important part of reducing wildfire risks. A violation of this rule could lead to a negligence claim against one or more parties.Understanding California’s Defensible Space Law “Defensible space” refers to a…
California wildfires have become more common and more severe in recent years. This means more injuries, deaths, damaged properties, destroyed homes and uprooted lives. Fire litigation is an opportunity for those impacted by wildfires to recover financial compensation for their losses by holding the responsible party accountable.Mass Tort Cases A mass tort is a common type of wildfire…
If your family is impacted by a wildfire, you may be eligible for financial compensation from a utility company or another liable party for causing the fire. A wildfire claim lawyer will act as your advocate, guide and legal representative as you seek justice for the losses you suffered. The attorney you hire can play an…
Wildfires can be overwhelming and difficult for anyone to deal with, but if you are a tenant who rents your home or apartment in California instead of owning, you may be even more confused about what happens when your unit is no longer habitable (“red tagged”) or your belongings are damaged.Do I Have to Continue…