On October 30, 2025, the Irish American Bar association gathered before 100 guests to honor Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Daniel M. Crowley with its 41st annual Daniel O’Connell award.  His Hon. Daniel M. Crowley joins the esteem company of prior winners including Mayor Richard Riodan, Senator George Mitchell, former President of Ireland, her excellency Mary McAleese, and other contributors to the civic well-being of the world. 

Christopher P. Yuhl of Yuhl Carr was privileged to provide the introductory remarks, touching on his honor’s rapid and influential rise through the court ranks since his appointment in 2018 for Governor Jerry Brown.

Daniel O’Connel was a world-famous statesmen and trial lawyer in late 18th and early 19th century in Ireland who struggled for the civil rights of his countrymen.  He was the first Catholic elected to the Westminster Parliament at a time when Ireland was ruled by the strong first of Protestant Great Britain. Opposed to violence, he advocated political change through peaceful means.  He staunchly opposed slavery and in 1845, just two years before he died, became a dear friend of American statesman and social reformer, Frederick Douglass.   

O’Connell is forever known as the “Great Liberator”.

Beyond his professional achievements, the Hon. Judge Crowley is known for his sharp intellect, practical approach to problem solving,  civility, sense of humor, a clear ethical compass and dedication to fair and equal justice.  He reminds us that, in legal life and as in real life, a littler laughter, a level of hard work and a lot of integrity go a long way.

Congratulations Judge Crowley.

As we celebrate America's Independence Day, all of us at Yuhl Carr LLP extend our warmest wishes to our clients, colleagues, and community members for a happy and safe Fourth of July.  

(Pictured - our Holiday Tree!)

From all of us at Yuhl Carr LLP, have a wonderful Independence Day celebration!

Ride to Fly is a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic horseback riding and related learning experiences with children and adults with disabilities within a safe, nurturing environment. Yuhl Carr, LLP is proud to be a continuing supporter and participant in the fifth annual benefit dinner and auction, raising funds and awareness for their important work.  Along with Ride to Fly, our partners believe in the inherent worth and dignity of the most vulnerable.  We are happy to help share the special gift of therapeutic horsemanship to those with special needs. A special thanks to Yuhl Carr senior paralegal Shawnee Ellington for her donation of LA Galaxy tickets.

Ride to Fly is a PATH International (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) member operating center serving the South Bay area since 1994.

After five years of intense litigation, the partners at Yuhl Carr, LLP are pleased to have secured this substantial settlement for our client, a homeowner who suffered blast injuries when her home was destroyed in a gas explosion. The settlement will help ensure she receives the ongoing care and support needed for her recovery.

Our client, a 27-year-old mother of two, endured a harrowing experience when her home exploded moments after she re-entered on the advice of local fire officials. The explosion occurred about an hour after a solar panel company negligently punctured a gas line.  Our client survived miraculously and despite initial appearances of minor physical injuries, her treating physicians determined she suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and severe psychological trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. These injuries significantly impacted her cognitive functioning, relationships, and ability to care for her young children.

This case highlights the importance of proper safety protocols in home improvement projects, thorough assessment of potential injuries in explosive incidents, and recognition of the long-term impacts of TBI and psychological trauma.