Blogs
July 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
How Are Wildlife Habitats Addressed in Wildfire Cases?
Negligent companies can cause wildfires by failing to follow safety rules, such as not trimming trees near power lines, using unsafe equipment, or ignoring fire...
July 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What are the Common Causes of Property Damage in Wildfires?
Wildfires caused by company negligence often lead to significant individual property damage and business losses. For homeowners, common damages include destroyed or damaged houses, loss...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What Are the Legal Options for Nonprofits Affected by Wildfires?
Wildfires caused by utility company negligence can severely harm nonprofits by destroying buildings, equipment, and supplies while also interrupting essential services to the community. These...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What Happens if Multiple Parties Are Affected by the Same Wildfire?
Negligent companies, especially utility providers, often cause wildfires by failing to maintain their equipment or ignoring safety rules. For example, damaged power lines or untrimmed...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What Are Your Legal Options if a Utility Company Tries to Settle Quickly?
If a wildfire has destroyed your home, business, or property, the last thing you want to deal with is a utility company pressuring you into...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What Are the Steps to Rebuild After a Wildfire Settlement?
Recovering from a wildfire is often an uphill battle, but securing a settlement is a significant step toward rebuilding your life or business. Knowing what steps...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What Are the Most Common Defenses Utility Companies Use?
When wildfires devastate California communities, the aftermath often leaves victims seeking justice. Utility companies, like PG&E, are frequently at the center of wildfire lawsuits for...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
What are the Long-Term Impacts of Wildfires on Property Values?
Wildfires have become a growing concern for homeowners and property investors in California. Over the past few years, record-breaking wildfires have devastated entire neighborhoods, leaving...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
How to Stay Informed About Wildfire Litigation Developments
Wildfires cause far-reaching damage, devastating homes, businesses, and public health. Beyond the immediate destruction, they often lead to complex legal battles as victims seek accountability...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
How Does Climate Change Impact Wildfire Litigation?
How does climate change impact wildfire litigation? This question is becoming increasingly relevant as rising temperatures and longer fire seasons intensify wildfires across California and beyond. ...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm
How Does California’s Wildfire Recovery Compare to Other States?
How does California’s wildfire recovery compare to other states? This question matters deeply to anyone living in wildfire-prone regions. Recovery efforts vary widely from state to...
June 2025
By The Bernheim Law Firm