Blog
Whose Insurance Company Pays for Rental Costs After a Crash?
If your vehicle is badly damaged or declared a total loss after an accident, you will likely need to rent a car to get to and from work, medical appointments, and other places. You may able to avoid paying for a rental car out of your own pocket. Below, learn more about options for covering […]
I Was Injured in an Accident Involving a Rideshare Service. Who Will Cover My Claim?
Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft offer affordable convenience, but most people do not think about how complex a rideshare accident can become until after they are injured in a collision. The status of an at-fault rideshare driver at the time of a collision can significantly affect how injured drivers or passengers may be […]
Filing a Claim for an Injury Caused by Road Rage
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), road rage is when a person drives recklessly to endanger the lives of others or when a person commits assault with a vehicle or other dangerous weapon while in a vehicle, either as a passenger or driver. Drivers who engage in road rage are likely to […]
What Happens if an Accident Involves a Disabled Vehicle?
There are plenty of reasons why vehicles break down, forcing drivers to pull over, including a flat tire, an empty gas tank, or an overheated engine. Drivers need to be careful when pulling off the roadway because passing drivers often do not pay enough attention and may cause a crash. While passing drivers are often […]
Who May be Liable for a Chain Reaction Auto Accident?
A chain reaction accident occurs when more than two vehicles hit each other, generally in a series of rear-end collisions due to the force of impact from one of the vehicles. Because these types of accidents involve several drivers, there are additional factors to consider when determining liability. Our experienced Sacramento car accident lawyers understand […]
How You May Be Able to Cover Medical Treatment Bills During Your Personal Injury Claim
If you are injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation to cover the costs of your medical bills as well as other damages related to the accident. Unfortunately, even if your claim is successful, it may take months or longer before you receive that compensation. In the […]
Preparing for an Independent Medical Exam
If you are injured as the result of someone else’s negligence, you may have reason to file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. After a claim is filed, the insurer may request that you attend an independent medical exam (IME) to determine the severity of your injuries and the value of your claim. […]
Can I Still File a Lawsuit in California without a Police Report?
Some people may underestimate the extent of their injuries or the seriousness of an accident and decide to not get the police involved in the matter. However, days after the collision the victim may realize he or she may need to pursue compensation from the at-fault party but has no police report to provide to […]
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 […]
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 […]