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
As victims of the Eaton Fire grapple with Southern California Edison’s compensation offer, Bridgford, Gleason & Artinian’s own Allan Bridgford III shares his thoughts on the situation with Pasadena Now. Utility-run funds have historically paid 20 to 30 cents on the dollar compared with negotiated settlements in litigation with an Eaton Fire lawyer, leaving victims
You may have read of SCE’s latest ploy, the announcement of a “fund” to “fairly compensate” victims of the Eaton Fire. Don’t be fooled. Instead, this is a tactic commonly used by utility companies to delay trial dates and pay pennies on the dollar in lieu of a fair settlement process. Here is our analysis for you: THIS
Wildfires have the potential to take lives. Wrongful death claims arising from wildfires can involve many complex legal elements, including tort laws and, in many cases, utility and government liability. If you suffer the devastating loss of a loved one in a deadly wildfire, protect your family’s rights by hiring an experienced California wildfire attorney
NBC4 recently reported on the Eaton Fire investigation, focusing on Southern California Edison’s (SCE) electrical infrastructure in Eaton Canyon amidst growing concerns about wildfire risks and electrical safety. Eaton Wildfire Attorney, Michael Artinian, representing fire victims, discussed the legal battle in the news segment. A judge has approved crucial inspections of electrical equipment (lines and
In a recent KTLA5 interview, Bridgford, Gleason & Artinian Founding Partner, Mike Artinian, and our client, Jeremy Gursey, addressed concerns that a decommissioned SoCal Edison power line, referred to as a ‘zombie line,’ may have ignited the destructive Eaton Fire. Mike highlighted BGA’s proactive legal efforts to safeguard crucial evidence, stating, “We don’t want the