Fatal Truck Crash on Highway 99: A Tragic Reminder of Road Safety Challenges In a tragic accident that underscores the dangers of freeway travel, a pedestrian lost their life after being struck by a big rig truck on Highway 99 in Madera, California. The fatal crash occurred in the northbound lanes near Avenue 9 and […]
Crashes involving big rigs and other large commercial vehicles cause a lot of devastation in a matter of seconds. Truck drivers have a bad reputation for always being at fault in these collisions, but did you know that trucking companies may also be liable for damages from a crash? At Arnold Law Firm, we represent […]
According to the American Trucking Association, the U.S. will be short about 175,000 truck drivers by the year 2026. This shortage of qualified drivers is raising concerns for many across the country about roadway safety. Our truck accident lawyers in Sacramento are prepared to review your claim to see what legal options may be available […]
A fully loaded big rig can weigh more than 15 times as much as a typical car. The average weight of a passenger vehicle is about 2.5 tons, while a semi with a full trailer can legally weigh up to 40 tons. The stark weight disparity between a commercial tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle can […]
The weight and size of a commercial truck puts the occupants of passenger vehicles at serious risk if they are involved in an accident with one of these vehicles. These accidents commonly cause debilitating injuries and even death. If you were in a truck accident, you may have mounting medical bills because you need long-term […]
Accidents involving commercial trucks tend to cause greater damage than those involving smaller vehicles, due to their relative size and weight. Truck collisions may result in devastating injuries, as well as significant property damage, which can create a heavy financial burden for the victim. Commercial trucking accidents also typically involve multiple potentially responsible parties, possible […]
If you are injured in a commercial truck accident, determining who is at fault can be complex. Commercial trucking operations involve multiple parties, each responsible for different aspects which could make them liable in an accident. It is important to accurately assess liability with a trucking accident to determine the correct parties to pursue compensation […]
Many truck accidents are caused by the driver’s negligence. However, there are also a significant number of accidents caused by defective parts on a commercial truck, from fuel tanks to lighting. Below, learn more about some of the most common defective truck parts that cause accidents. If you were injured in a collision with a […]
One way to prove negligence in a truck accident is to establish that the driver or another entity violated California trucking industry regulations in a variety of areas, such as drug and alcohol testing, weight limits or securing cargo. If you or a loved one sustained an injury from a truck accident, it is important […]
Truck accidents can happen in an instant. Due to the size of these vehicles, being hit by a massive commercial truck can be terrifying and can cause serious injuries. The actions you take after a truck accident can impact your claim for compensation, so it is important to know how to protect yourself. Below are […]
Driving around commercial trucks can be dangerous, so always take extra precautions. The risk of an accident increases with these vehicles because they have larger blind spots, cannot maneuver as easily, and take longer to stop compared to passenger vehicles. 1. Avoid Blind Spots Big rigs and other large vehicles have much larger blind-spot areas […]
One of the most common causes of truck accidents is fatigued or drowsy driving. Commercial truck drivers face intense pressure from their employers to meet tight deadlines, pushing them to drive when they are over-tired. When our truck accident lawyers in Sacramento take a case involving a commercial vehicle, we check to see if the […]
With personal injury cases, success is defined by more than the number of dollars awarded at settlement. Our clients come to us not just bearing physical and financial trauma, but emotional and situational scars, as well. As the legal process evolves, relationships are built with our clients that typically last for a lifetime. Sometimes, that […]
Learn MoreOn November 8, 2018, Anna* and her family fled their home in response to the Camp Fire mandatory evacuation. The massive fire destroyed more than 18,000 homes, displacing 50,000 residents in the town of Paradise, California, and surrounding areas. They didn’t have friends or relatives in neighboring cities to stay with and soon discovered that […]
Learn MoreOn a warm August evening, Ray G. and his family were driving home from a school sporting event. As his Ford F250 pickup traveled through an intersection on Washington Blvd in Roseville, California, a Toyota Corolla compact sedan ran the red light and slammed into the driver’s side of Ray’s truck. The driver of the […]
Learn MoreKimberly and Brian, both established professionals in Sacramento, were excited about moving into a charming yellow house in one of the best neighborhoods in the area. They had agreed to a lease-to-own arrangement that allocated $3,500 per month toward rent and an additional $2,000 per month toward a refundable deposit for the potential purchase of […]
Learn MoreMatthew B. contacted the Arnold Law Firm after consulting with multiple attorneys in the Sacramento area, including another major personal injury firm and an attorney specializing in motorcycle accidents. His case was rejected by other attorneys due to complexity with liability. As the rider in a car vs. motorcycle collision, Matthew suffered significant injuries to […]
Learn MoreMr. E was on his way to work one very ordinary fall morning when an inattentive driver ran a red light, collided with his vehicle, and changed his life forever. In that moment, although he didn’t realize it at the time, a chain of events was set into motion that affected every aspect of his […]
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