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!

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.

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.

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.

Putting the Brakes on Your Neighborhood

If you're an LA accident lawyer, it's impossible to avoid the reality that all too many accidents resulting in injuries and even death could have been prevented. In many cases, the simple addition of a traffic light or stop sign was all that was needed. That's why we encourage people to get active if they spot an intersection that is not properly restricted to ensure safety.

While we understand that there are intersections where residents have been trying to get traffic lights or stop signs added for sometime without much success, nothing will ever change if people don't make their voices heard. Also, getting the process started might be easier than you think. In Los Angeles, it's simply a matter of contacting the appropriate area district office of the Los Angeles Department of Transit (LADOT) office and requesting a traffic engineering assessment of the intersection in question.

If you've ever been involved in a situation involving a personal injury related to a personal injury, you know that it's something you want to avoid at all costs. And while the Law Offices of Burg and Brock are here to put you in touch with an outstanding attorney in Los Angeles when needed to deal with the aftermath of injury accident, prevention is obviously worth much more than a pound of cure. If you see a location that you think is an accident waiting to happen, don't wait to be heard.

With the Summer Travel Season on the Horizon, Businesses Must Ensure their Premises are Safe

As college students graduate and younger students prepare for their summer vacation in the months to come, businesses must insure that their premises are safe for the increased foot traffic that is on the way. Business owners must ensure that customers are able to navigate their shops and stores with a reasonable expectation of safety.  Unsafe or unstable shelving and slippery floors are often unseen and uncorrected conditions that can negligently cause an injury like a slip-and-fall. Ideally, all of these injuries will be prevented, but if you or someone you love has been injured in a similar situation, you should call Cameron Yadidi Brock and the Law Offices of Burg & Brock.

The job of a skilled LA accident lawyer like Mr. Brock is to fight passionately for his clients rights while they focus their energy on recovery. Mr. Brock is a knowledgeable lawyer and a skilled litigator who will do whatever it takes to get his clients financial compensation. He has been successful in 97 percent of his cases, and works hard every day to maintain and advance that impressive level of success.

Total Recall

As a leading Los Angeles personal injury attorney we prepared to take on cases of any nature here at the Law Offices of Burg and Brock. These cases can be quite diverse because there’s no shortage of ways one can suffer injury at the fault of someone else and deserve compensation for it. These cases can range from vehicle accidents, to home or work place incidents, and even be the result of faulty products. For that reason, companies have to hold themselves accountable if they have a product on their hands that fails. This can affect any kind of company as Trek Bikes has recently learned all too well. 

This week, the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall of Trek bicycles with quick release levers on the front wheels on models from the years 2000 through 2015. There have been three reported injuries as a result of a malfunction causing the front wheel to stop or come off the bike completely. One injury resulted in a rider becoming a quadriplegic. We certainly hope in these cases, the involved party contacted a good personal injury lawyer.  If you’ve been affected, our offices are a good choice. As a LA accident lawyer, we’re no strangers to bike related incidents.

 

Not all Lawyers are Skilled Litigators

Although many people are not aware of the distinction, there is a difference between a lawyer and a true litigator. Many lawyers have a deep understanding of the law, but do not have the passion needed to fight for their clients in a court of law. A strong litigator, like Cameron Yadidi Brock, is always the type of LA accident lawyer you want to have in your corner. Mr. Brock and the rest of our team fight hard for our clients, and will do anything we can – in or out of court – to get you the outcome that you deserve.

Unlike many personal injury lawyers who will cower from a case that cannot be settled out of court, we will go where we are needed, and do what we need to in order to win. Our firm has a 97 percent success rate, and we have recovered over 100 million dollars on behalf of our clients over the years. With a track record like that, there’s no reason for anyone in need of a Los Angeles personal injury attorney to go anywhere else.

Landmark Sidewalk Settlement Aims to Decrease Injuries, Increase Access

After years of deliberation, the City of Los Angeles announced that they would agree to a 1.4 billion dollar settlement that will be put towards fixing the city’s notoriously damaged sidewalks. This is meant to settle a class-action lawsuit that was filed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act, after it was claimed that not only were injuries caused due to tripping and slip-and-fall, but overall access is not up to standard for anyone needing to get around with “wheelchairs, scooters, and other assistive devices."

This lawsuit is an important reminder of keeping premises, both public and private, up to expected safety and accessibility standards. Premises liability lawsuits can easily arise if property owners are reckless about safety conditions, and they can result in serious injuries. While this case will hopefully prevent many future injuries, the right to keep areas safe is a never ending battle. But, if you need a LA accident lawyer to fight for you when you’ve been injured, there is no better choice than Cameron Yadidi Brock and the Law Offices of Burg & Brock.

Protecting Legal Rights by Land, Air, and Sea

The recent crash landing of flight AC624 in Canada was yet another in a string of terrifying incidents aboard airliners during a particularly distressing time for air travel. Fortunately, all 133 passengers survived the crash, though 25 were hospitalized. Now, as reported by the Huffington Post, at least two law firms are preparing to sue Air Canada on behalf of passengers involved in the crash. Though personal injury is the last thing you’d want to experience during your next flight, it does beg the question: if an incident happens, who’s responsible? 

As a top LA accident lawyer we certainly believe in just compensation here at the Law Office of Burg & Brock. If you’re injured as a result of someone else’s actions it’s always important to ensure your legal rights are protected whether it’s a plane crash or a car crash. As we’ve seen in the past, as was the case with the 2013 Asiana Flight 214 in San Francisco, passengers are entitled to compensation. The after effects of an accident are always difficult for the parties involved, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Seek an experienced attorney in Los Angeles like Cameron Yadidi to help you through any legal difficulties.