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Treble Damages in California Trucking Cases
California law provides a specific statutory remedy for victims injured by impaired commercial vehicle drivers when their employers fail to meet federal safety requirements. Understanding when treble damages apply—and how they differ from standard punitive damages—is crucial for truck accident victims seeking maximum compensation. What Are Treble Damages? Treble damages allow injured parties to recover […]
California Trucking Accidents: Standards of Care
California law establishes different standards of care for trucking operations depending on the type of service provided. While most commercial trucking companies transporting freight are subject to ordinary negligence standards, federal motor carrier safety regulations impose enhanced duties that can significantly affect liability in truck accident cases. Key Takeaways: Commercial carriers of goods generally DO […]
Punitive Damages in California Personal Injury Cases
What Are Punitive Damages? Punitive damages are extra money a court can order a wrongdoer to pay, on top of the money that compensates an injured person for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The main goal of punitive damages is not to repay the victim, but to punish especially bad behavior and […]
Governmental Liability in California Personal Injury Cases
What Is Governmental Liability in California? Governmental liability refers to situations where a public entity or public employee can be held legally responsible for causing injury or harm. In California, you can pursue personal injury claims against government agencies, but special rules apply that don’t exist when suing private parties. Public entities include: State of […]
Tragic Big Rig Truck Crash on Highway 99
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 […]
Can a Trucking Company Be Liable for Damages After a Sacramento Crash?
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 […]
The Dangers of Truck Driver Shortages in California
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 […]
Big Rig Accidents Cause Big Damages
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 […]
Dealing with the Trucking Company after an Accident
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 […]
Factors that Affect Your Truck Accident Case
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 […]
Who is Liable in a Commercial Truck Accident?
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 […]
The Danger of Defective or Malfunctioning Parts on Commercial Trucks
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 […]