Arnold Law Firm Blog
Can I Take Medical Leave from Work for Injuries Suffered in a Car Accident?
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) legally requires employers to allow eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave due to the birth of a child, an illness or injury, or to care for an ill or injured loved one. According to the Center for American Progress, 73 percent […]
What Are My Rights as a Car Insurance Policyholder in California?
When you purchase an insurance policy, you are granted rights as a policyholder. California has more laws to protect insurance policyholders than any other state in the U.S. Your insurance company must comply with these laws when you file a claim. The purpose of these laws is to help ensure you are treated fairly and […]
Arbitration in a Personal Injury Case
People often think of just two options for solving a personal injury dispute with an insurance company: a settlement or a jury verdict. There are a few other ways the dispute may be settled, such as arbitration. What is Arbitration? Arbitration is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and is used to resolve a […]
Peter Pan Seafood, Inc. Computer System Disabled for Extortion in Data Breach
NOTICE: If you are a current or former employee of Peter Pan Seafoods, Inc. and received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH, contact the Arnold Law Firm at (916) 777-7777 On December 12, 2020, food distributor Peter Pan Seafoods, Inc. (Peter Pan) discovered that the personal data of 8,800 current and former employees was obtained in […]
Is Eyewitness Testimony Important for a Car Accident Claim?
When a vehicle collision occurs, both parties may attempt to prove a lack of fault. In these cases, a neutral, third-party eyewitness may help establish the facts of the case. Who Can be an Eyewitness? An eyewitness can be anyone who was present at the time of the accident and was able to observe what […]
What is the Difference Between a Verdict and a Settlement?
The main difference between a verdict and a settlement is that one involves a jury trial and the other relies on both parties reaching an agreement outside of court. The car accident attorneys in Sacramento at the Arnold Law Firm have recovered compensation for our clients both by settling outside of the courtroom and by […]
Belden, Inc. Data Breach Exposed Personal Information of Current and Former Employees, Business Partners
NOTICE: If you are a business partner or a current or former employee of Belden, Inc. and received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH, contact the Arnold Law Firm at (916) 777-7777. On November 24, 2020, global network device manufacturer Belden, Inc. (Belden) publicly announced a data security incident that exposed the personal information of current […]
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against iCanvas After Data Breach
Plaintiff William Riggs of Florida filed a class-action lawsuit accusing Kroto, Inc., d/b/a iCanvas, of exposing his personal data and payment card information, along with thousands of other online customers. Unauthorized script on the art retailer’s website allegedly captured sensitive customer information as online transactions were made between May 10, 2020, and May 28, 2020. […]
Long & Foster Companies, Inc. Data Breach Compromised Sensitive Client Information
NOTICE: If you are a client, contractor, or employee of Long & Foster Companies, Inc. or one of its subsidiaries and received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH, contact the Arnold Law Firm at (916) 777-7777. On August 22, 2020, real estate firm Long & Foster Companies, Inc. (Long & Foster) experienced a ransomware attack involving […]
How Outstanding Debt May Affect a Personal Injury Settlement
Californians tend to carry significant debt. According to the Federal Reserve Board of New York, the 2019 average debt for California residents was $73,400, including auto loans, credit cards, mortgages, and student loans. Debt can impact many parts of a person’s life. Personal injury victims may wonder how their debt may impact compensation from a […]
Morgan Stanley Class Action Data Breach Lawsuit Filed
Plaintiffs Sylvia Tillman, Amresh Jaijee, Vivian Yates, Richard Gamen, and Cheryl Gamen filed a class-action lawsuit accusing Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, LLC, of failing to properly safeguard their personal information on behalf of all other similarly-situated clients. On July 10, 2020, one of the world’s foremost financial institutions Morgan Stanley notified its 15,400 brokers and […]
Can Injury Victims Change Their Attorney in the Middle of a Claim?
If you are unhappy with your personal injury claim representation, you may be wondering if you can drop your current attorney and find one who will be a better fit for you. Dealing with injury recovery is challenging on its own. Hiring the wrong attorney may create yet another major source of stress for you. […]