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Several New Traffic Laws Take Effect in California Next Year
The new year brings new driving laws in the state of California. These laws not only affect what you can do while on the road, but also the fees you pay to operate a motor vehicle. See the list below to find out what you need to know about these laws. What to Know About […]
AAA: 90 Percent of Seniors Fail to Make Vehicle Adjustments to Improve Safety
Senior citizens can make simple, inexpensive modifications to their cars to help them overcome aging-related visual and physical impairments that can increase their risk of an accident. Unfortunately, the majority of seniors are failing to make these changes, according to a study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The study found that almost […]
The Dangers of Speeding
Many drivers exceed the speed limit when driving. This common occurrence is very dangerous to others, because it increases the risk of an accident that could result in severe injuries or death. The Sacramento car accident attorneys from the Arnold Law Firm may be able to help you recover compensation if you have been injured […]
What Are the Most Common Car Accident Injuries?
Car accidents can cause a wide variety of injuries, but certain areas of the body are more commonly affected. Below are some of the injuries that frequently impact our motor vehicle accident clients at the Arnold Law Firm. Head Injuries Many types of car accidents can cause severe trauma to the head and brain. Driver […]
Reduce the Risk of a Pedestrian Accident
Walking is a great way to get exercise and enjoy the outdoors. However, if you plan to walk where there are cars nearby, you need to take extra precautions to protect yourself. There is nothing to shield you from a collision with a car, which could cause serious injury or death. Below, our experienced Sacramento […]
Can I Still Recover Compensation if I am Partially at Fault for a Car Accident?
There are many car accidents where it is clear that one driver is 100 percent at fault. However, in some collisions, both the victim and the other driver share responsibility. When this happens, many personal injury victims are unclear about their right to recover compensation. Some may even think they are prohibited from receiving compensation […]
Report Shows Bicycle Fatalities Increased 12.2 Percent in 2015
Fatal bicycle accidents are on the rise, according to statistics cited in a recent report by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). Research shows that 818 bicyclists died in 2015, a 12.2 percent increase compared to 2014. This was the largest year-over-year increase among all roadway user groups. Warm-weather states like California, Florida and Texas […]
New Study Shows Vehicle Infotainment Systems are Significant Distraction for Drivers
Many new cars are equipped with infotainment systems designed to provide directions and connect to drivers’ smartphones to play music, text, and use social media applications, such as Twitter and Facebook. A new study revealed that these systems are major distractions and could be increasing the risk of distracted driving car accidents. The research was […]
Five of the Most Common Auto Accidents
There are many different types of car accidents that occur on our nation’s roadways. Learning more about these accidents helps you know what you can do to reduce your risk of being involved in them. Below, our car accident attorneys review five of the most common types of car accidents and offer tips on ways […]
7 Steps to Take After a Hit-and-Run Car Accident
Fleeing the scene of a car accident is illegal in California, and every other state in the nation. Hit-and-run drivers can be charged with a felony if anyone in the other car suffers an injury, even if it is a minor one. Despite these laws, hit-and-run accidents still happen on California roadways, and these auto […]
How Can a Lawyer Help Me if I was a Passenger in a Car Accident?
A passenger who was involved in an auto accident has the same rights as a driver to file a claim to recover compensation for his or her injuries. Furthermore, a passive passenger is not at fault for causing an auto accident and is not liable for the damages inflicted upon the other parties involved. This […]
Study Ranks Sacramento Drivers as the Worst in the Nation
A new study that ranked the standards of drivers in 75 major U.S. cities named Sacramento as the city with the worst and most dangerous drivers in the nation. The study, conducted by auto insurance comparison site QuoteWizard, sampled incident statistics from users of its website with more than 2 million data points from 2016. […]