Make Safety Your New Year’s Priority

As the calendar flips, and the start of a New Year has people looking for a fresh start, a variety of goals and resolutions will be made around the country. While many of these goals are important, it is always true that there is nothing more important than the health and wellness of ourselves and those around us. For individuals, this means practicing necessary caution when driving, and for business owners, this means ensuring that your premises, products, and policies are all aligned with the best practices for safety.

Far too often, the safety policies of businesses are reactive, only changing after an accident or a personal injury has occurred. While any efforts toward increased safety should be lauded, it is frustrating when these steps are only taken after an incident. At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, we encourage business owners and individuals to make 2016 the year to examine any unsafe practices, and make the changes needed to prevent an accident. Of course, there will never be a world that is 100 percent free of accidents, and anyone needing the assistance of personal injury attorneys can contact us whenever they are in need.

A Time for Gratitude

As Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we obviously spend a great deal of time dealing with people in unfortunate situations. Even so, it may not always sink us for us how important it is to take a moment to be thankful for all that we more fortunate people have.

Oddly enough, what started us thinking about this is the ongoing situation in Porter Ranch, where noxious smells from a Southern California Gas Company leak are driving some people from their homes. If you're a personal injury lawyer, the obvious thing is to consider the legal implications posed by an invasive bad smell, which is never good for a person's physical or mental health. On the other hand, it's also important to take a moment to be thankful for something as basic as having reasonably fresh air to breathe.

Aside from the air, living in what is, after all, a highly prosperous society, many of us take for granted that we have clean water to drink as close as the nearest tap, a roof over our heads, and enough food...actually much more than enough. At the same time, of course, not everyone has it so good.

So, it's good to be grateful for all the things we do have, like a good job at a personal injury law firm, for example. It's also, however, perhaps even more important to help spread some of that good fortune around by helping others who are in need by doing whatever we can, perhaps volunteering or giving to our favorite charities -- and, if you don't have a personal favorite, there are countless important causes out there, all of whom could use more help. It's also, of course, just as important to simply be kind to those around us, from our closest family and friends to strangers we encounter as we go about our business. Not just around the holidays but always.

Happy holidays, everyone!

Stay Safe during Holiday Travels!

Holidays are a joyous time for celebration and spending time with family, yet the bump in travel to unfamiliar locations often leads to an increase in injuries during this time. As a vehicle accident lawyer, Cameron Yadidi Brock and the rest of his team at the Law Offices of Burg & Brock know all too well what can happen when drivers are distracted while trying to traverse crowded roadways. Especially in any extraordinary roadway conditions, we remind all drivers to always practice defensive driving and never sacrifice safety in order to get to a destination just a little bit sooner. It is rushing like this that often makes it difficult to see hazardous conditions that may lead to a personal injury.

It is also important to be cautious and diligent when traversing crowded airports or other unfamiliar areas where a fall or other injury could occur. Typically, those who manage these high traffic buildings and areas tend to take extra precautions to account for the increased foot traffic and potential distractions. Yet, it is certainly true that not all stores and public buildings take these precautions, and many injuries still do occur. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident that resulted from the negligence of another party, contact the personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Burg & Brock today.

A Train of Thought

Just over the last couple of days we've seen two notable local news stories about vehicle collisions involving local commuter trains. One was a fatal collision involving a pedestrian and a Blue Line train in Vernon; the other was a much less serious incident involving a test of the an extension to the Expo Line which led to a incident involving a semi big-rig and a light rail train in Santa Monica. As  Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we obviously work a great deal with the victims of accidents and their families, so this is obviously a matter of direct concern.

Serious train injuries and fatalities can have a number of causes, but it seems as if most of the worst ones could have prevented by a little common sense on the part of either a member of the public or a rapid transit employee. The most egregious example of the latter might be the 2008 texting-related crash of Metrolink and Union Pacific trains in Chatsworth, which killed 25 and injured many more. More commonly, we hear about cases nationwide where individuals seem to find themselves at railway crossings in circumstances that seem hard to understand. As personal injury attorneys, we know there are cases where people are clearly foolishly putting themselves in harm's way, with the result often being a fatality. However, there may also be times when confusing signage and other issues may actually be at least partially responsible for drivers and others being in places where they clearly have no business being.

Personal injury law can be a highly complex matter but one thing is clear -- if drivers, pedestrians, and rapid transit employees all thought through their actions in a careful manner, far fewer of these often tragic train collisions would pop up on our daily news feeds.

The Paths to a Successful Outcome

In a personal injury case, what’s often more important than how the case is decided is that the injured party receives the compensation and justice they need to help them become whole again. What’s important to understand that there are two ways to accomplish a successful outcome, both of which have their advantages and disadvantages.

The first, and more traditional way to achieve a successful outcome is through litigation in court. Unlike many lawyers that may only take cases that they can easily settle, the Los Angeles personal injury attorneys at The Law Offices of Burg & Brock have extensive experience arguing on behalf of their clients in court, to ensure that they get the biggest compensation package possible.

Yet, it is true that some risk-averse clients may feel more comfortable going with the certainty of an out-of-court settlement rather than leaving it up to a judge to decide. Cameron Yadidi Brock, the firm’s head litigator, explains that their lawyers are there to do what is best for each individual client, and that may mean settling in some cases. Ultimately, it is the decision of the client as to which path they want to pursue, and our team will fight for them however they wish to proceed.

Rules of the Holiday Road

Thanks to low gas prices, this weekend looks to be a historically busy one on our nation's highways and, you can bet, that will almost certainly go double here in car-heavy Southern California. As Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, the thought that naturally occurs to us is that, with all of those cars on the road, more injury accidents than usual are an inevitability.

So, yes, once again we're advising you to be extra safe when driving this holiday weekend. Of course, if you're planning a long road trip to visit family or a relatively nearby vacation spot like Las Vegas, the Bay Area, or San Diego today or tomorrow, you need to pay extra attention while driving. Especially if you're driving late at night, be on the lookout for drivers who are too tired -- or too chemically altered -- to drive safely. Large trucks and other vehicles also need to be paid their due respect.

On the other hand, your risk of a serious personal injury does not disappear should you spend the weekend in town. Notably, Time Magazine has reported that a study by Progressive Insurance also notes a fairly large spike in accidents on Black Friday. Admittedly, many of these are minor parking lot dents and fender-benders, but -- especially in parking lots -- there's always the threat of a serious collision, particularly if pedestrians are involved.

Even as people who are in the business, we can tell you for sure that the last thing anyone wants to do over the holidays is to spend time in the office of a personal injury lawyer. So, please, be careful out there, wherever "there" may be.

The Height of Head Injury Awareness

Over the past several years, player organizations representing competitors in many of America’s favorite contact sports have come forward with lawsuits or calls for change pertaining to their various leagues’ head injury policies. Beginning with football, and moving laterally to other sports as well as down to lower levels of play, the concerns are now being taken seriously by doctors, league officials, and personal injury attorneys.

Recently, much attention has been paid to youth soccer, where the U.S. Soccer organization has announced that it will start prohibiting headers in games of players aged 10 and under, while limiting the use of headers for players aged 11 to 13. This is aimed at eliminating head injuries caused by either a single concussion, or a buildup of trauma over the years. In fact, there were around 50,000 concussions suffered by high school soccer players in 2010, so the need for a reduction in these injuries is apparent.

Through his years of experience as a motorcycle accident lawyer, Cameron Yadidi Brock has spent a great deal of his time fighting for the rights of head injury patients, and has far too often seen the long-term damage that these injuries cause. If you or someone you love has suffered an injury due to the negligence of another party, call our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys today at (888) 979-7979.

Making Your Own Luck?

As we write this, it's Friday the 13th and there are some extremely upsetting stories going on in the international news. It's likely those two realities are not related, but it does get a personal injury lawyer thinking about the role of luck in determining who gets harmed in auto collisions and other seemingly random occurrence, and who doesn't.

We've all heard the expression, "you make your own luck," and it's undoubtedly largely true. In terms of auto safety, we can wear seat belts, drive as carefully as possible, make sure we have enough mirrors and other safety features, and ensure we are never at the wheel when we're too tired or are otherwise unfit to drive. We can even try to avoid being on the road extremely early in the morning when a lot of the worst accidents seem to happen. Of course, all of this can greatly reduce our chances of being involved in a serious personal injury accident...but it won't eliminate it completely. There's no reason to be fatalistic about things, but there's also no denying that there's a limit to the zone of safety we can create for ourselves.

As Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we're definitely aware of the fact that -- while such incidents are, fortunately, relatively rare -- a person can do all the right things and still be the victim of a serious injury. Whether it's a drunk driver or an irresponsible property owner or manager, there are times when people simply have terrible luck. While there isn't a whole lot of comfort in that thought, at least we can try our best to help our clients obtain some redress after the fact.

When it’s Truly Unprecedented

When it comes to personal injury law, some cases are much more cut and dried than others. Some cases involve negligence that is so apparent that the only thing that the lawsuit is meant to decide is exactly how much the plaintiff will receive in damages. There are a great many personal injury attorneys out there that only take these easy cases in order to pad their success rate, or to reduce their own personal workload. At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, we are willing to fight for deserving clients even if it means having to convince the court of their merit.

When a case goes to trial rather than being settled, that is when the real work of a skilled personal injury lawyer comes in. Often, when preparing a strategy for a case, lawyers can turn to past legal precedents as a means for proving that their client deserves compensation. While these are certainly helpful guides for building a case, there many cases whose circumstances are unique to any known past occurrence, so it is up to the legal team to establish a strong legal argument on behalf of their client. At the Law Offices of Burg and Brock, that is what we aim to do for each and every client.

Monster Claims

Halloween is just about here and we thought it might be time to explore some of the less responsible practices of certain frigthening characters who, fictional monsters and monster makers though they are, really ought to know better. As Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we get to meet all kinds of people, but these folks are downright scary.

We'll start with Victor Frankenstein who, without consulting even one medical ethics board, created a human from stolen parts, including a possibly abnormal brain. He then allowed his creation to roam about the countryside, entirely unsupervised. Beyond being an obviously case of highly irresponsible parenting, the creature's murderous behavior clearly would leave the doctor open to a number of very serious wrongful death and personal injury suits.

Of course, harm comes to us not only from random meetings with marauding creatures of the night, but also at the workplace. Consider the case of Count Vlad Dracula who, apart from causing harm through his well known and very unpleasant addiction, was guilty of creating highly inappropriate workplace conditions in the case of one R.M. Renfield. Mr. Renfield, a onetime real estate agent, was poached from his former place of employment through means of bewitching the young man, which had numerous deleterious side effects. The agent was left with a number of medical conditions, many no doubt related to his tendency to consume any insects he came across. Aside from the injuries to Mr. Renfield, it's unclear whether he every received any compensation for the many services he regularly performed for the Count.

Yes, we admit it, even a skilled personal injury lawyer can be afraid of monsters,
particularly since it's so hard to hold a nonexistent creature of the night properly accountable through the legal system. Of course, if you need any help with actual, non-fictional human beings or companies who behave irresponsibly and cause you an injury, we're definitely here to help, and to wish you a Happy Halloween!

Sometimes it's Personal

The main role of a personal injury lawyer is to make sure that victims of an accident are properly compensated so that the negligent actions of another don’t put them into dire financial straits. Beyond simply paying for medical bills, the compensation that victims gain through a court decision or settlement allows them to ensure that any lost wages in the present or future are also covered. This is not to mention additional pain and suffering damages that victims are entitled to when the injury affects far more than a person’s finances.

Yet, while compensation is paramount in a personal injury case, the sense of justice that victims get by securing a favorable outcome can make a tremendous difference in their emotional recovery. Simply the court’s acknowledgement that a victim was wronged can help that person move forward in life with some sense of closure. In most cases, the circumstances surrounding an accident do not merit criminal charges, so often the only outlet that a victim has in seeking justice is through Los Angeles personal injury attorneys. While, ideally, no one should ever have to be in that situation, if you or a loved one needs the help of a personal injury lawyer, make sure you go with the best.

It's Always Human Error

The recent flurry of news stories sparked by the release of information on accidents involving  experimental driverless cars belonging to Google had us thinking about an all too obvious fact relating to personal injury cases. It's this: while its probably true that the 11 or so car collisions involving the new cars were the fault of human drivers, ALL accidents are and will continue to be the result of human error -- it's just a matter of proving which human made the error!

If, for example, an accident occurs someday that a skilled personal injury lawyer can prove is the result of a preventable malfunction of a driverless car, the fault of the accident will be with the human(s) who designed, built, or programmed the car. After all, "Terminator" movies notwithstanding, at least so far our machines are only as good as the people who build them. An inanimate object can't really be said to make a mistake...though using that object ill-advisedly can definitely qualify as an error. For the time being, at least, even the most sophisticated car-computer hybrid we can imagine will still be an inanimate object.

The reality that Los Angeles personal injury attorneys like us are going to have to deal with is reminding juries and the authorities that even the most sophisticated machines are built and manufactured by humans who are ultimately going to be responsible for any flaws in their creations that might endanger the public. It's a tough job, but nobody every said personal injury lawyering was going to be easy!

Safety Through Accountability

First and foremost, it is the job of a personal injury lawyer to represent the best interests of whatever client they are providing guidance or representation for that day. When an individual has been injured in an accident, they are often put into the vulnerable position of having to fight for their legal rights while still recovery from the injury that they have suffered. Cameron Yadidi Brock fights passionately for each one of his clients, and uses his skills as a litigator and every other legal resource at his disposal to get every client the absolute best outcome.

Yet, there is a larger effect that Los Angeles personal injury attorneys have on the community. While some business owners or individuals may get nervous at the possibility of a lawsuit, it is this nervousness that drives these parties to ensure that everything that they are responsible for is safe for other people to use. Whether this takes the form of a driver double-checking their blind spot to ensure they are safe to switch lanes, or a factory manager ensuring that the products they are about to ship do not have dangerous defects, the negative consequences associated with putting others in danger surely creates a heightened atmosphere of safety that we all benefit from.

When Good Cars Go Bad

As  Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we are keenly aware that no item we purchase is more tied up with our personal safety than our car, truck, or motorcycle. The massive Toyota recall a few years back over issues of acceleration was one of the most massive and dramatic examples of what can happen to individuals -- and to the reputation of a manufacturer -- when safety defects are ignored, but it was hardly the end of the story.

In fact, just over the last two days, we've had two local news stories that may possibly be related to an automotive defect. One item had the 16 year-old daughter of the late actor, Paul Walker, launching a wrongful death case against Porsche. The suit alleges that the car he was driving at the time of his death is unsafe, lacking several important safety features offered by other cars from the famed sports car manufacturer.

Another very recent news item recounted a very serious accident on the 210 Freeway. It involved a driver who was apparently convinced that his 2000 Nissan Frontier had gone out of control on account of a serious cruise control malfunction. Though it's much too early to be certain that was actually the case, it's nevertheless presents the kind of chilling scenario a personal injury lawyer may occasionally encounter.

Of course, the vast majority of vehicular personal injury cases boil down to errors on the part of one of more drivers, but we all nevertheless are placing a great deal of trust in vehicle manufacturers. Under those circumstances, looking very closely at the circumstances of accidents where a vehicle defect may have played a role certainly makes sense.

What's Dangerous?

A recent news story got us thinking. It involved a New Jersey resident who was awarded over $520,000 from a local Dunkin Donuts in a case involving a number of injuries she received as a result of tripping over a spike in an adjacent parking lot. Some of those injuries included being burned by the hot coffee she was carrying.

Now, many of you reading this might not be old enough to remember the famed case of Liebeck v. McDonald's Restaurant, otherwise known as the 1994 "hot coffee" lawsuit. At the time, the case was widely disparaged in the media as an example of personal injury and product liability cases presumably run amok. However, what most people didn't realize was that the elderly woman in the case had, in fact, been seriously injured by contact with McDonald's then extremely-hot coffee. She required skin grafts and was in treatment for two years.

Whatever your opinion about that particular incident, it's a good reminder that our perceptions of danger don't always match the realities in any particular case. If you're a motorcycle accident lawyer, you know that seemingly very minor road hazards can have potentially tragic results...yet few of us actually frightened by the thought of a pothole. Similarly, coffee is such a part of many people's daily lives that the thought of being harmed by it seems ridiculous but, when kept at a high enough temperature, it really can be a serious hazard.

What it boils down to is that sometimes injuries are as much a product of someone's failure of the imagination as any other cause. If you or someone close to you has been harmed by something that didn't seem terribly dangerous, and another party is responsible, Cameron Yadidi Brock and his first-rate legal team are here for you.

A Winning Argument

For many Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, the job of representing clients mostly entails pushing paperwork around and taking only the cases that they know can be easily settled out of court. As a true litigator, Cameron Yadidi Brock is different. With years of experience representing everyone from motorcycle accident victims to those injured in a product liability case, Mr. Brock has a wealth of experience that he uses to craft an argument truly capable of winning over the court.

While it is true that some clients choose to settle their cases out of court, others, under the advice and guidance of Mr. Brock, understand that their best outcome is a court victory that can only be achieved through presenting a convincing case. It is also important for clients to note that, even if they choose to settle their case out of court, Mr. Brock’s reputation as a gifted personal injury lawyer makes insurance companies more willing to avoid facing him in court by offering a large settlement up front. Either way, with a 97 percent success rate across thousands of clients, the Law Offices of Burg & Brock has a track record that truly can’t be beat.

When the Law is in Your Corner

While the idea of a personal injury lawsuit may make some accident victims anxious, it is important to remember that when someone has been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, the law is on their side. In cases where compensation truly is merited, it is the responsibility of the personal injury lawyer to convey these injuries and damages to the court in a thorough and straightforward manner.

When it comes to Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, there is no one better to have on your side than Cameron Yadidi Brock. As the head litigator at the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, he has overseen the successful collection of over 100 million dollars in compensation for clients.  Of course, for current clients, it is their case that matters rather than the hundreds that came before them. Luckily, clients can be equally comforted by the fact that the lawyers at the Law Offices of Burg and Brock have a 97 percent success rate. Whether a case needs to be settled or fought over in court, the skilled legal team at the Law Offices of Burg and Brock will do whatever it takes to win.

Safe at Work!

Labor Day weekend is just about upon us. To most people, this Monday will be simply a very welcome day off, but the holiday actually has its roots in the early American labor movement and its efforts on behalf of workers. Especially if you work as a personal injury lawyer, it seems like as opportune a time as any to remind readers about the importance of staying safe at work.

The good news is that the reported incidence of workplace injuries in the U.S. has dropped in recent years, but millions of injuries still happen each year. As busy Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we see our share of these cases and its important to point out that a great many of them are highly preventable. Both employers and employees have a responsibility to keep their eyes, ears, and even their noses open so that they notice any potential dangers that might be lurking in even the most seemingly safe workplace.

Of course, there are times when employers and other in positions of authority fail to exercise proper caution, and its at those unfortunate points that skilled lawyers like our own Cameron Yadidi Brock can help injured parties receive their due compensation. Let's hope, however, that every one reading this enjoys a very happy and safe Labor Day, and an equally happy and safe working life. However, if an injury does occur and an at fault party does not provide due compensation, we are here to help.

Negligence and Rarity: When a Lawsuit is Appropriate

It is certainly true that there are some injuries suffered as a result of someone else’s negligence that naturally make the injured party more likely to seek out a personal injury lawyer. This is to say that, because we are culturally inundated by commercials advertising representation for car crash, dog bite, or slip and fall injuries, people are already aware that those injuries merit compensation. Yet, there are a variety of other, equally serious, but less discussed circumstances that people may not know entitle them to damages.

At the Law Offices of Burg and Brock, we understand that the core basis of any personal injury argument is whether or not it is logical to state that, had one party not behaved negligently, the injuries suffered by a client would not have occurred. Whether this is a burn injury, a head injury, or any number of common injuries caused by negligence, our head attorney Cameron Yadidi Brock fights tirelessly to convince the court of what is just and proven by the facts. If you have been injured, in any way, as a result of someone else’s negligence, it surely cannot hurt to call us today to see if you are entitled to compensation.

The Long and Winding Road

It often seems as if technology and business move a lot faster than the law, and Uber and Lyft could turn out to be an example. We know you love them and we know why. Just a little while ago, if you needed a ride here in sprawling, public-transportation poor Los Angeles, you either had to find a friend or family member willing to take you, or fork over as much as $50.00 or more for a cross-town taxi. Today, however, all it takes is a smart phone, a credit card, and a significantly smaller sum of money to get a ride from drivers who are typically quite pleasant and professional.

It's easy to see why these services have become so popular nationwide, but from a personal injury law point of view, they might ultimately represent another one of these cases of the law being caught unawares. Presently, if a taxi or limousine company fails to properly ensure that their drivers are plying their trade safety, they can sometimes by held accountable by an automotive or motorcycle accident lawyer. But what if an Uber or Lyft driver gets involved in an injury accident?

At the moment, the services are sometimes paying damages when drivers are involved in personal injury accidents and they are also being sued in some cases of alleged assaults by drivers. A currently ongoing employment lawsuit, however, has the company arguing that they are, in fact, a software platform and not truly an employer of its drivers at all. Taken to an extreme, a legal victory for Uber could have the ridesharing services arguing its drivers are solely responsible for any injuries, regardless of their undeniable role in providing employment for drivers. It's just another case of the law getting more and more complex. It's also another reason why lawyers like our own Cameron Yadidi have no problem at all keeping busy!

Keeping Cool About the Heat

As we write this, we're looking at weekend with temperatures ranging from the mid-80s in our usually cool coastal areas and going up into the hundreds in the Valley areas. While this is slightly unusual for this time of the year -- L.A.'s most intense heat usually seems to come in late August and well into September and beyond -- high temperatures like this are a part of life in the sunbelt. Even so, incidences of heat exhaustion and it's more serious cousin, heat stroke, happen every year and sometimes may even end up in the offices of a personal injury lawyer.

The important thing, of course, is to avoid any instances of a heat related illness from happening to you or anyone around you, whether you're working outdoors or participating in other outdoor activities. The first step is simply to be aware that the risk is very real and, yes, people do die from excessive heat. The second is to ensure that you and others are probably protected from direct sunlight -- hats, light clothing, and sunblock are all important tools for preventing serious problems. Staying properly hydrated is also essential. Experts suggest that people subjected to high temperatures for long periods should drink water every quarter of an hour, even if they are not feeling thirsty.

Another important step is watch out for a number of symptoms of serious problems. Confusion, high body temperatures, excessive sweating and more dramatic signs like fainting and seizures simply can't be ignored and require immediate medical attention. Also pay special attention to children, older people, and even healthy adults who may not be used to spending time outside on a hot day. If you think someone might be at risk of becoming overheated, get them to drink some water and take them to a cooler place immediately. Older people and others who may be living without air conditioning should consider taking advantage of one of the cooling centers that are operated by the city and county and public libraries and other locations. (Locations below, you can also dial 211 or 311 for further information.)

Of course, as Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, we're fortunate in the sense that we work in air conditioned offices most of the time. Still, being unused to the heat is also considered a risk factor for heat exhaustion. That's why Cameron Yadidi Brock and the rest of us ask that everyone do their part to keep themselves and others safe and cool as we hit the real dog days of summers.

Miracles of Technology and their Downsides

You might have read earlier today about how NTSB investigators are citing a minor carburetor problem which they think contributed to the plane crash in which 73 year-old actor Harrison Ford was injured last March. While the fact that Mr. Ford's injuries in the vintage World War II era plane turned out to be relatively minor was a relief to everyone -- not just for Mr. Ford's friends and family, but for fans worried about his reappearance in upcoming sequels to science fiction classics "Star Wars" and "Blade Runner" -- it does point up one of the ironies of modern life. As the pilot of something of an antique, it's arguable that Ford was taking somewhat more of a risk flying it than some more recent airplane model. It's definitely true that small planes tend to be far more risky than highly advanced commercial airliners. Flying is amazing, but the potential danger is obvious.

You don't have to be a busy LA accident lawyer to understand that, whether we're talking about the advances that led to the early "horseless carriages" (i.e., cars) or the seeming miracle of modern flight, every advance seems to bring with it new dangers. It gets even more ironic when even advances aimed specifically at improving safety, such as the currently in-development driverless cars may turn out to have some potential complications with personal injury implications of their own.

Comedian Louis C.K. in his now famous routine pokes fun at how unappreciative we all are of the technological miracles we experience every day, including cross-country commercial flights that have become almost absurdly speedy and safe when compared to earlier forms of travel. At the same time, of course, when a company or individual provides a service, it's their duty to make it as safe as possible. Cars might have been almost miraculous at one point, but auto manufacturers had to be pressured to make cars less dangerous with improvements like seat belts and airbags. They knew for a fact that these modifications would save lives, but they had to be convinced that it was worth spending the money by an angry public and hard driving lawyers threatening costly lawsuits.

Our own Cameron Yadidi Brock is proud to be a part of a legal tradition that has made today's highly advanced technology safer. It's good to appreciate modern technology, but it's even better to be safe while doing so!

Your Recovery is Priority Number One

One of the biggest reasons why accident victims fail to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for the accident in the days and weeks immediately following the negligent act is that victims need time to themselves to focus on recover. At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, we understand how important this time is for a successful recovery, and we do everything we can to carry the entire burden of the personal injury court case so that you can focus on what is most important. While winning cases is surely important, we believe that it is the duty of a personal injury lawyer to look after the client in all regards.

Also important is achieving the sense of emotional closure that is vital for moving on from an injury. While it is often impossible to be made entirely whole again after a traumatic or debilitating injury, knowing that your expenses and needs will be met with compensation can be a huge weight off of your shoulders. Also, the sense of justice that plaintiffs gain when a court decision or settlement goes in their favor is a tremendous benefit that can help victims move on past some of the emotional damage the accident caused. With the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, you can rest assured that you have an experienced attorney in Los Angeles  fighting for you while you fight to recover.

Standing Up to Insurance Companies

Often, when the negligent party involved in an accident has umbrella insurance coverage, the litigation happens between the plaintiff, and the lawyers of the insurance companies. Because these companies have so much at stake, the often hire the most expensive and seasoned lawyers to defend their money. Whether injured parties are looking simply for a settlement, or a larger victory in court, they need to turn to an experienced personal injury lawyer who can show the insurance companies that they mean business.

For settlements, a feared and respected name is very important. The insurance companies know that our head litigator, Cameron Yadidi Brock, is incredibly capable in court and has an incredibly high rate of success for his clients. Knowing that it may be incredibly difficult to defeat Mr. Brock in court, these companies will often settle to avoid a higher amount down the line.

Yet, unlike some Los Angeles personal injury attorneys who will only take cases that they will eventually settle, Mr. Brock is willing to do whatever it takes to get clients the results that they deserve.

Not all Cases Are Created Equal

Earlier in the year the NHL joined the list of sports leagues (NFL, WWE) that currently have pending litigation involving concussions in their prospective sports. Recently, it looked as though FIFA was set to join the list, as some U.S. soccer players and parents of young players had filed a lawsuit against the league. Yet, a federal judge has dismissed the lawsuit before it could pick up any steam, leaving the future of the concussion personal injury question (as it pertains to soccer) up in the air.

This is an important reminder that, while lawyers often rely on precedents and past examples to shape their cases, this shows that every case can truly be different. A talented LA accident lawyer needs to use their skill and legal experience to approach every case in whatever unique and innovative way will produce a positive outcome for their client.

At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, our litigation team led by Cameron Yadidi Brock has years of experience fighting for all types of personal injury client, from motorcycle accident victims to burn victims.

When the Law is on Your Side, But the Insurance Companies Are Not

In many personal injury cases, depending on the nature of the accident and the insurance coverage that the negligent party has, it is the insurance company and not the individual who is liable to pay damages to the victim of an accident. This means that a winning case requires a lawyer strong enough to stand up to the insurance company lawyers and prove, in or out of court, that their client deserves just compensation.

For years, our head litigator, Cameron Yadidi Brock, has been proving that he has the skill, the compassion, and the legal knowledge necessary to bring about successful outcomes for his clients. His is a name that insurance companies have come to fear, so many of them will be more than amenable to settle a case. Yet, Mr. Brock always strives to do what is best for each individual client, including going to court if the settlement amount is not sufficient.

When looking for an LA accident lawyer, make sure you go with a firm that will not simply settle for the path of least resistance when resolving a case. Turn to the firm with over 90 years of collective legal experience and a 97 percent successful trial record that speaks for itself.

Legal Guidance from Start to Finish

For many personal injury accident victims, the hardest step in seeking justice is in making the initial decision to pursue legal action in the first place. Many people, still reeling from the physical injuries of the accident, do not want to add to the current stress that they are experiencing by dealing with a court case. This is where a compassionate and talented personal injury lawyer like Cameron Yadidi Brock can help. By taking on the legal burden of representing his clients in court, Mr. Brock is able to be the voice for those who must focus their strength and energy on themselves and their family during this difficult time in their life.

Some people also struggle to make the initial first step to pursue legal action because they do not feel completely entitled to the large payouts that these cases often bring. Mr. Brock assures his clients that, in cases of negligence, having to pay victims compensation is often the only deterrent for future negligent behavior. In addition, a sum greater than basic medical expenses is necessary to deal with the possible long term repercussions of an injury. There are often physical and mental injuries that may lay dormant in the immediate aftermath of an accident that need to be accounted for appropriately with a court decision. By a personal injury lawyer calling the Law Offices of Burg & Brock today you can take the necessary first step in securing justice for your loved ones or yourself.

LA Uber Motorcycle Accident Brings Up Corporate Liability

This week, a motorcyclist filed a personal injury lawsuit against Uber after he was hit by an Uber driver making a U-Turn in Los Angeles. While in many cases, the lawsuit would be filed against the individual driver, this suit is taking aim at Uber, claiming that the company selects drivers who are “untrained, unskilled and urged by Uber to drive in a risky manner to maximize their fares.” Whatever the outcome of the case, this surely does a lot to highlight the difference between individual and corporate responsibility.

At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock, we don’t back away from a fight, even if it means going up against a large corporation. Justice is justice, and our head litigator Cameron Yadidi Brock has extensive experience fighting against negligent individuals, corporations, and insurance companies that need to be held accountable. Anyone needing an LA accident lawyer should not hesitate to call our offices today to schedule a legal consult. Justice truly is one thing that shouldn’t be delayed, no matter what you may be up against.

The Road to Autopia?

A news story this week about the reporting of accidents involving self-driving cars pointed out something we might have expected. While the coming of these cars may very well reduce car accidents significantly -- and that will be a wonderful thing -- it definitely remains to be seen if they will lead to a truly brave new world without serious automotive personal injury cases. We can hope for a major reduction in fatalities and crippling injuries, but a world free of automotive dangers is a mighty tall order.

Indeed, while Google and other makers of experimental driverless cars are telling us that all of the accidents so far have been the fault of drivers of more conventional autos, and we have no reason to doubt them, our very strong hunch is that the work of an LA accident lawyer won't be over and done with any time soon. For starters, of course, even if driverless cars become ubiquitous, they are unlikely to be mandatory for at least a matter of many decades. That means the element of human error will still be with us for quite some time to come.

And, of course, there's also the potential for non-human error. At this point, we just don't know how foolproof the cars made by companies like Google are likely to be, especially at first. After all, it's one thing to create a really useful search engine, it's quite another to make an engine-driven machine that will never malfunction its way into a serious accident.

Sadly, people like our own Cameron Yadidi Brock will likely be needed to help car accident victims for a long time to come. Still, it's definitely good that we're starting to work on building a better automotive world. In order for things to improve, sometimes it's essential to try and achieve the seemingly impossible.

Recent Takata Lawsuit is Latest to Illustrate the Importance of Timely Recalls

A lawsuit has been filed against Takata Ignition Systems alleging that one of their defective airbags was responsible of the death of a 22 year old Louisiana woman. If confirmed, she will be the seventh who died due to shrapnel from the defective airbags. While a recall for the airbags was issued, it did not arrive to the woman’s family until 2 days after the crash.

Situations like this highlight just how important prompt recalls are in preventing injuries or death. Yet, when recalls are issued too late, then people must turn to a personal injury lawyer for justice. At The Law Offices of Burg & Brock, we have handled over 5,000 injury cases and achieved a 97 success rate in obtaining compensation for our clients. Negligence cannot simply go uncontested, and we fight hard for every client to insure that they get the justice that they deserve. Few law firms can claim such an exceptional trial record. Our head litigator, Cameron Yadidi Brock, is a patient advocate for client’s rights, who is not afraid to do whatever it takes, in or out of court, to win.

 

Determining Responsibility

The question of legal responsibility in a vehicular personal injury case can be more complicated than you might imagine. Take Monday's terrifying accident at Los Angeles International Airport, in which a 67 year-old driver reportedly appeared to mistake a gas pedal for his Porsche's brakes, causing the car to crash into a terminal and resulting in the serious injury of a 9 year-old girl.

Of course, we know that the brunt of the responsibility almost certainly falls on the driver. Though there may be no indication of any criminal wrongdoing by the motorist, who apparently was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol, it's clear that all drivers have a responsibility to be able to competently operate their vehicles at all times. (This is especially important to remember for those of us with sick or very elderly relatives who may not be aware that their ability to drive has become impaired.)

At the same time, as this case is resolved, it may be determined by the family's legal counsel that other issues need to be addressed. Is the at-fault driver and his insurance company providing sufficient compensation to the victim and her family? Was there anything that the organization responsible for the running of LAX could have done to make pedestrians using sidewalks less vulnerable to an out-of-control vehicle?

While we obviously have no knowledge of the details in this particular case, these are good examples of why the skills of lawyer like our own Cameron Yadidi Brock are so valuable to victims in cases relating to vehicular injuries. Whether you are dealing with a case involving a head trauma resulting from a collision or are in need of a skilled and experienced motorcycle accident lawyer, we can help.

Walmart Settlement Highlights the Importance of Roadway Justice

This week, Wal-Mart settled a lawsuit that was brought against the company after an accident caused by one of their truck drivers killed one man and left several others, including comedian Tracey Morgan, severely injured. Although personal injury cases such as this usually do not involve such high profile celebrities, it is a reminder that accidents can happen to anyone at any time, and roadway safety should be constantly stressed.

The best outcome is always to use safety measures to prevent an accident before they occur, yet, if you or someone you know has been in a motor vehicle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you should contact The Law Offices of Burg & Brock immediately. Our head litigator, Cameron Yadidi Brock, has extensive experience succeeding in accident cases, and a variety of other personal injury cases and bringing clients the justice they deserve. In fact, the firm has a 97 percent success rate across over 5,000 cases argued, so anyone needing an LA accident lawyer can be sure that they have the best chance for success when they come to us.

The Summer Motorcycle Season Requires Diligence for Both Car and Motorcycle Drivers

As the weather warms up and more motorcyclists hit the open road, it is important for motorcyclists and car drivers alike to remember to share the road to assure everyone’s safety. As a motorcycle accident lawyer, Cameron Yadidi Brock has far too often seen the consequences of negligent behavior on the road, and the pain and suffering that a motorcycle accident can bring. To prevent these tragedies, it is important that everyone do their part to obey the rules of the road and drive safely.

For both motorcycles and cars, that means obeying the speed limit and properly signaling any turns or lane changes. And for car drivers, that also means checking twice for motorcyclists before making these moves. As drivers, our eyes are trained to identify other cars in our blind spots but not necessarily other motorcyclists. Many of the personal injury cases that are brought to the Law Offices of Burg & Brock are caused by negligence attributed simply to a failure to pay attention.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident such as this, you should contact Cameron Yadidi Brock as soon as possible.