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SETTLEMENT

$60,000,000

Data Breach

The Arnold Law Firm reached a settlement in the Morgan Stanley data breach class action lawsuit.

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SETTLEMENT

$18,276,000

Qui Tam / Whistleblower

A whistleblower case exposing fraudulent practices in the state of California resulted…
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SETTLEMENT

$17,000,000

Data Breach

The Arnold Law Firm reached a settlement in the Kemper and Infinity data breach…
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VERDICT

$10,200,000

Motorcycle Accident

The Arnold Law Firm is pleased to report that our attorneys received a $10.2 million…
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SETTLEMENT

$8,000,000

Truck Accident

Late one spring afternoon, the Arnold Law Firm received a call from Angela, a young…
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JUDGEMENT

$3,900,000

Car Accident

The fatal collision between plaintiff’s Jeep Liberty and defendant’s Volvo truck…
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NO UPFRONT FEES FOR YOUR PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUIT

At Arnold Law Firm, we believe every personal injury victim deserves justice—without the burden of financial stress. That’s why we operate on a contingency fee basis: you pay nothing upfront and only pay if we win your case.

MULTILINGUAL LAWYERS:
50+ YEARS OF SUCCESS

For over five decades, Arnold Law Firm has been a trusted advocate for Sacramento injury victims, earning a reputation for delivering exceptional legal results. Our bilingual attorneys, fluent in English and Spanish, provide culturally sensitive legal representation to ensure every client feels valued and supported.

OUR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

At Arnold Law Firm, we take pride in the exceptional results we’ve achieved for personal injury victims in Sacramento. Our team has recovered millions in settlements and verdicts, helping accident victims obtain the compensation they deserve. Whether it’s a car crash, wrongful death claim, or traumatic brain injury, we approach every case with unwavering dedication and focus on achieving justice.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of our practice. We work tirelessly to support injury victims and their families. As a leading personal injury law firm in Sacramento, we are honored to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we represent. Explore our success stories and discover how our personal injury attorneys can help you navigate your legal challenges.

At Arnold Law Firm, we take pride in the exceptional results we’ve achieved for personal injury victims in Sacramento. Our team has recovered millions in settlements and verdicts, helping accident victims obtain the compensation they deserve. Whether it’s a car crash, wrongful death claim, or traumatic brain injury, we approach every case with unwavering dedication and focus on achieving justice.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of our practice. We work tirelessly to support injury victims and their families. As a leading personal injury law firm in Sacramento, we are honored to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we represent. Explore our success stories and discover how our personal injury attorneys can help you navigate your legal challenges.

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SACRAMENTO’S MOST TRUSTED
PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS

Arnold Law Firm has proudly served Sacramento and California for 50+ years. Our personal injury lawyers are highly respected within the legal community, earning a reputation for trusted advocacy and exceptional results for accident victims.

Our founder, Clay Arnold, is not only an experienced attorney but also a respected leader in personal injury law. He previously served as president of the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association (CCTLA), which continues to recognize his expertise and calls on him to be a guest speaker and lecturer at various personal injury law events across Sacramento.

He also remains an active member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the American Association for Justice, two of the nation’s leading organizations for personal injury lawyers. Collaborating with top legal professionals, he stays at the forefront of personal injury law developments, reflecting his dedication to justice and reinforcing his reputation as a trusted advocate for injured individuals and their families.

Together, he and our team have recovered millions in compensation for clients, helping them rebuild after devastating accidents. We are honored to have earned the trust of our clients and peers, and work tirelessly to maintain that trust. With a personalized approach to each case, we focus on understanding our clients’ unique circumstances and advocating for their rights against insurance companies and other parties responsible for their injuries. Our goal is to help personal injury victims and their families move forward.

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HOW OUR LAWYERS CAN HELP

If you have been injured because of the actions of another person, you may have a legal case and should contact a reputable Sacramento personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. You only have a limited amount of time to file a personal injury lawsuit in the state of California. The sooner you contact our team, the sooner we can get to work investigating your claim and building a case on your behalf.

At Arnold Law Firm, we understand the many challenges that can arise after a serious accident, from mounting medical bills and lost wages to the emotional toll on you and your loved ones. That’s why we’re committed to fighting for the justice you deserve. Our personal injury attorneys will stand by your side as dedicated advocates throughout the legal process, providing guidance, support, and a clear strategy for pursuing your claim. We aggressively challenge the insurance companies and at-fault parties, leveraging our extensive legal experience to defend your right to fair and full compensation. Through personalized representation, we’ll work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome for your case, so you can focus on healing and rebuilding your life.

We provide full-service legal support at every step, from gathering vital evidence and negotiating with insurance companies, to representing you in court if trial becomes necessary. Our lawyers are committed to fighting for the maximum compensation you’re owed, no matter how complex the case. Contact us today to explore how we can assist you and schedule a free consultation. We’re ready to help you get the justice you deserve.

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury, contact us today at (916) 777-7777 to speak with one of our lawyers and learn more about your legal options.

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With over 200 years of combined legal experience, our team of seasoned personal injury attorneys knows how to navigate California’s complex personal injury laws. We are committed to securing the compensation you deserve while providing clear guidance and unwavering support.

From car accidents and slip-and-fall injuries to wrongful death claims, we bring proven expertise to even the most challenging cases. Our attorneys work diligently to protect your rights and build a strong case tailored to your unique circumstances.

Schedule a free consultation today to learn your legal options. We’ll evaluate your case thoroughly and help you take the next steps with confidence. Let us stand by your side and fight for the justice you deserve.

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OUR EXPERIENCED PERSONAL INJURY LEGAL TEAM

Arnold Law Firm aggressively represents Californians injured by the negligent or careless actions of others. For nearly five decades, we’ve been dedicated to securing the compensation that accident victims deserve, fighting tirelessly for full recovery of medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages caused by personal injuries.

Since 1975, we’ve built a reputation for providing compassionate, client-centered legal services. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers understand that each case is unique. We work closely with you to understand the full scope of your injuries, the impact on your life, and the compensation you’re entitled to. We do not back down from a challenge and are prepared to take your case to trial if needed.

To speak with one of our attorneys, call us today at (916) 777-7777. We offer 100% free case reviews and only get paid if you receive compensation.

Clay Arnold

Clay Arnold has built a successful law practice aggressively representing Californians injured by the negligent or careless actions of others. For forty years, Mr. Arnold has fought for full compensation for losses as a result of injuries or the death of a loved one. Born in Sacramento on Feb. 13, 1947, Mr. Arnold attended Christian

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Andrew Minney

Clay Arnold has built a successful law practice aggressively representing Californians injured by the negligent or careless actions of others. For forty years, Mr. Arnold has fought for full compensation for losses as a result of injuries or the death of a loved one. Born in Sacramento on Feb. 13, 1947, Mr. Arnold attended Christian
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Anthony Ontiveros

Anthony Ontiveros is a highly trained trial attorney who was admitted to the California Bar in 1991. For three decades, Mr. Ontiveros has been helping victims throughout the United States and is a valuable member of our legal team. He offers our clients a wealth of knowledge and expertise that he has acquired during his
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Scott Weinstein

Scott Weinstein was born, raised and educated in Florida. A second-generation trial lawyer, Scott began his trial career in 1986, defending insurance companies, corporations, hospitals and physicians in complex litigation matters including class action litigation. He built a successful consumer class action practice on the east and west coasts of Florida before joining the largest
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Parker White

Parker White joined Arnold Law Firm in 2024, bringing decades of courtroom experience and a reputation as one of the most respected trial lawyers in the Sacramento and Northern California legal community. His career has been defined by jury trials in complex, high-exposure cases, particularly in catastrophic personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. While Parker’s
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Patrick Luff

Patrick Luff is a nationally recognized trial and appellate lawyer with a record of delivering high-impact results for his clients. His victories include a $15.4 million wrongful-death judgment and a precedent-setting federal appeal. He has also served in major leadership roles in complex, multi-district litigation, including as Co-Liaison (Lead) Counsel in Texas MDL No. 2021-41903,
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Jordan Chaikin

As Senior Counsel at the Arnold Law Firm, Jordan Chaikin brings over two decades of experience representing clients in complex products liability and class action litigation across the United States. Respected for his strategic insight and collaborative leadership, Mr. Chaikin has dedicated his career to holding corporations accountable and securing justice for individuals and families
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Charlene Tsai

Charlene Tsai’s practice focuses on plaintiff-side employment law. She represents workers in a wide range of matters, including wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, retaliation, harassment, and discrimination cases. Originally from Southern California, Charlene earned her law degree from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings) in 2023, after
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Glenn Kenna

Glenn Kenna focuses his practice on representing victims and their families as well as representing insurance policy holders against their insurance companies and has been practicing law since 2015. He is licensed to practice law in California and was previously licensed in Illinois. He understands the challenges that come with personal injury cases and uses
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Maria Zurmati

Maria Zurmati’s path to the law began in Germany, where she completed her education and laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to justice. In 2004, she moved to the United States to start a family with her husband, a transition that only strengthened her determination to pursue her dream of becoming an attorney and advocating for those who have been wronged.

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LATEST NEWS

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Garden Grove Methyl Methacrylate Leak at GKN Aerospace: Legal Rights for Evacuated Residents

Patrick Luff May 23, 2026

May 24, 2026 UPDATE: Significant developments since this article was first published See “Major Developments Since the Leak Began” below for details. More than 50,000 Orange County residents have been ordered out of their homes since Thursday afternoon after a 34,000-gallon storage tank at the GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove began leaking methyl methacrylate, a highly flammable, toxic industrial chemical. Orange County Fire Authority officials have publicly warned that the compromised tank is expected to fail and may explode. If you live, work, attend school, or own a business inside the evacuation zone, you may be entitled to compensation for the costs and harms you have already incurred, and for those still to come. This page explains, in plain

Treble Damages in California Trucking Cases

justice4you January 30, 2026

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 three times their actual damages under specific legal circumstances. In California trucking cases, this remedy is narrowly defined and differs significantly from general punitive damages available in other personal injury cases. California Civil Code § 3333.7: Statutory Treble Damages Requirements for Recovery Under California Civil Code § 3333.7, injured parties may recover treble damages from a commercial motor vehicle driver’s employer when all of the

California Trucking Accidents: Standards of Care

justice4you January 29, 2026

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 NOT have the duty of “utmost care” Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) DO create heightened standards in specific situations Large truck drivers must exercise greater caution than ordinary motorists Licensed motor carriers have nondelegable safety duties Common Carrier Standard: When Does “Utmost Care” Apply? The Enhanced Duty for Passenger Transportation California Civil Code section 2100 requires carriers of persons for reward to use “the

Settlement - $3,900,000

Car Accident

The fatal collision between plaintiff’s Jeep Liberty and defendant’s Volvo truck left Ryan Eisenbrandt’s surviving wife and parents with a judgment of $3.9 million, but the defendant’s insurance company refused to pay. This resulted in a second, intense legal battle between Plaintiffs and Defendant’s insurance company.

During the pendency of the wrongful death case, Defendant’s insurance company had filed a federal court action to rescind the defendants $1,000,000 insurance policy, claiming that defendant had made misrepresentations when applying for that policy. Initially, the federal court agreed with the insurance company, granting summary judgment that effectively denied recovery to the Eisenbrandts given the defendant was otherwise insolvent. The Arnold firm and the Eisenbrandts refused to accept this unfair outcome. They appealed the federal judge’s ruling to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The Ninth Circuit reversed the lower court and sent the case back to the same federal judge for a trial on the merits.

Christine Doyle of the Arnold Firm tried the case in February 2011 in front of the same judge who had previously thrown out the Eisenbrandt’s case. A unanimous advisory jury and the trial judge, after hearing the true facts about the insurance company’s effort to avoid responsibility, found in the Eisenbrandts favor. After four years of fighting for what is right, the insurance company was ordered to pay up.

Settlement - $8,000,000

Truck Accident

Morgan Stanley Class Action Data Breach Settlement Attained by the Arnold Law Firm

Late one spring afternoon, the Arnold Law Firm received a call from Angela, a young mother of three. She was calling from the hospital where her husband Christopher had been air-lifted for treatment of severe injuries from a tragic motor vehicle accident earlier that day. Angela’s mother, a past client of our firm, had encouraged her to give us a call.

As it turns out, Angela’s prompt contact with us was a very important decision for their family. Immediate representation allowed our team to secure critical evidence right away — appropriate storage and analysis of the vehicle to avoid tampering, timely professional photography of the scene, and interviews of involved parties — which ended up being imperative to the details of Christopher’s case.

A commercial vehicle had failed to stop at a rural stop-sign intersection, colliding with the compact sedan driven by Christopher, an active 33-year-old father. The impact caused extensive damage to his spinal cord in the cervical area. Despite multiple surgeries, rehabilitation programs for physical and psychological therapy, and in-home care, his injuries rendered him a paraplegic, paralyzed from the mid-chest. In an instant, life as he had known it was gone forever.

At the time of the accident, the at-fault driver of the commercial vehicle was acting within the scope of his employment with a large corporation. With the employer being directly liable, as such, defense counsel fought hard to minimize Christopher’s damages, claiming that his being unemployed at that time devalued his losses. Our legal team made sure Christopher’s true losses were represented, including his potential income, his options and mobility, his ability to provide for and support his family, and the lifetime of care he now needed. Christopher’s injuries also dramatically affected his spouse’s daily life, resulting in a claim on her behalf.

Furthermore, the extent of Christopher’s injuries were, in part, due to defects involving the dual-restraint system in his own vehicle. Despite the manufacturer’s efforts to deny any responsibility, the Arnold Law Firm established negligence relevant to his case.

The result was a settlement of $8 million — the largest pre-trial settlement for this type of case in the region. Christopher now has the resources to receive the ongoing care he now requires, improve the quality of his life and take care of his young family.

Verdict - $10,200,000

Motorcycle Accident

The Arnold Law Firm is pleased to report that our attorneys received a $10.2 million verdict handed down in Modesto. Defense counsel was Kevin Cholakian of San Francisco. The defense rejected a 998 within the $1 million policy limits three years ago. The highest defense offer was $350k.

The case involved a blind corner dirt fire road collision between a truck driven by the defendant and a motorcycle driven by the plaintiff Dan Nixon. THe plaintiff had no recollection of the collision. The defendant claimed that the plaintiff had too much speed for the corner and lost control. The plaintiff’s son (who identified the wrong curve in discovery) claimed that the defendant was on the wrong side of the curve, causing his dad to make an unsuccessful emergency maneuver. The jury assessed 70% fault to the defendant and 30% to plaintiff.

The plaintiff, now 50-years-old, suffered a dislocated right knee with popliteal artery rupture which has left him with an unstable knee, and permanently damaged lower leg. Because of vascular damage he is not a candidate for knee reconstruction or replacement. The plaintiff’s treating doctors testified that he will require an above knee amputation within 20 years. Past lost wages were $78,000 and past medicals were $570,000. The jury awarded $7.5 million in general damages (3 m. past and 4.5 m. future) as well as all future economic damages asked for by the plaintiff. The jury deliberated for 3 and a half hours.

Settlement - $17,000,000

Data Breach

Infinity/Kemper Class Action Data Breach Settlement Attained by the Arnold Law Firm

The Arnold Law Firm, along with co-counsel at Morgan & Morgan, and Mason, Lietz, & Klinger, and Wolf, Haldenstein, Adler, Freeman, & Herz LLP, reached a settlement in the Kemper and Infinity data breach class action lawsuit, also known as Irma Carrera et al. v. Kemper Corporation and Infinity Insurance Company, filed in the United States District Court Northern District of Illinois, Case No. 1:20-cv-01883. The settlement is valued at over $17 million.

The Honorable Judge Martha M. Pacold granted Preliminary Approval of the settlement on October 27, 2021.

In addition to substantial injunctive relief, the class members will receive access to Aura’s Financial Shield Services for a period of 18 months, up to $10,000 for reimbursement of documented out-of-pocket losses reasonably traceable to the Data Breach, up to 3 hours of time spent remedying issues related to the breach at $18 per hour, and $50 for Class Members who are California residents.

History of the data breach: On April 8, 2021, the Arnold Law Firm and Wolf, Haldenstein, Adler, Freeman, & Herz LLP filed the first class action complaint against Kemper and Infinity in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois entitled Irma Carrera Aguallo et al. v. Kemper Corporation and Infinity Insurance Company, Case No. 1:21-cv-01883. The complaint asserted claims against Defendants for: (1) negligence; (2) negligence per se, (3) violation of California’s Unfair Competition Law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200, et seq. – Unlawful Business Practices, (4) violation of California’s Unfair Competition Law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200, et seq. – Unfair Business Practices, (5) violation of the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100, et seq., (6) violation of California’s Consumers Legal Remedies Act, Cal. Civ. Code § 1750, et seq., (7) violation of Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act, Florida Statute § 501.201, et seq., (8) breach of implied contract, (9) declaratory judgment, and (10) unjust enrichment arising from the data breach.

Settlement - $18,276,000

Qui Tam / Whistleblower

Whistleblowers Represented by Arnold Law Firm Expose Fraudulent Practices by the Pill Club, Case Settled With California DOJ

The Arnold Law Firm and the Hirst Law Group represented two whistleblowers who helped expose fraudulent practices by a start-up online pharmacy company called The Pill Club.

The company allegedly used fraudulent practices to bill California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, for their services. The Pill Club is also alleged to have violated state laws by allowing nurse practitioners to prescribe contraceptive products to women without proper supervision or training from a licensed medical doctor.

For their part in blowing the whistle on the company they worked for, and as part of California Qui Tam laws, the whistleblowers and their attorneys recovered $4.9 million from the $18.275 million settlement paid to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the California Department of Insurance (CDI).

Settlement - $60,000,000

Data Breach

Morgan Stanley Class Action Data Breach Settlement Attained by the Arnold Law Firm

The Arnold Law Firm, along with co-counsel at Morgan & Morgan, Nussbaum Law Group, P.C. and others, reached a settlement in the Morgan Stanley data breach class action lawsuit, also known as In re Morgan Stanley Data Security Litigation, filed in the United States District Court Southern District of New York, Case No. 1:20-cv-05914-AT. The settlement resulted in a $60 million settlement fund to benefit class members.

The Motion for Preliminary Approval was filed on December 31, 2021 with the Honorable Judge Analisa Torres.

In addition to substantial injunctive relief, the 15 million class members will be provided access to Aura’s Financial Shield services for at least two years, which includes a $1 million insurance policy protecting each subscriber, credit monitoring, identity freezing, dark web monitoring, income tax protection and more services. The fund will also provide payments to people who submit valid claims for out-of-pocket expenses and/or up to four hours of lost-time incurred as a result of the data breach. Lost time allows victims of the data breach to be paid at $25 per hour for up to four hours of attested time spent dealing with the data breach. Out-of-pocket expenses can be claimed up to $10,000 if the costs or expenditures are fairly traceable to the data breach.

History of the data breach: On July 29, 2020, the Arnold Law Firm and Morgan & Morgan filed the first class action lawsuit against Morgan Stanley in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York entitled Sylvia Tillman et al. v. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, LLC., Case No. 1:20-cv-05914. The complaint asserted claims against Defendants for: (1) negligence; (2) invasion of privacy; (3) negligence per se; (4) unjust enrichment; (5) violation of the California Unfair Competition Law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200, et seq. – Unlawful Business Practices; and (6) violation of California’s Unfair Competition Law, Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200, et seq. – Unfair Business Practices.

Settlement - $3,767,000

Truck Accident

A 20-year-old man who had been married for just 12 days left home on his way to work. He was driving on Pleasant Grove Road in Sutter County in the early morning when he came upon a slow-moving truck. As he pulled out to pass the truck, the truck driver turned left in front of him. The young man attempted to steer back into his lane but his vehicle struck an un-flagged piece of metal extending from the back of the truck. He died in the resulting crash.

Expert witnesses brought in by the Arnold Law Firm proved that the truck, owned and operated by a hauling firm, should never have been on the highway that morning. Specifically, the rear and side turn signals did not work and the rear-view mirror was in a poor state of adjustment at the time of the collision. As a result, the driver, who had failed to properly inspect the vehicle before setting out that morning, couldn’t see the young man’s vehicle as it attempted to pass.

The poor condition of the truck, its lack of maintenance and the manner in which it was operated were found to be substantial factors in causing the collision that killed the young man. The testimony also established that the man had been making a lawful pass at the lawful speed limit and acted reasonably when he attempted to avoid the collision.

The man’s 20-year-old widow was awarded $3,767,000.77, his parents were awarded $185,131 and the family was reimbursed $11,899 in funeral expenses. Though money is a poor substitute for a young man’s life, this verdict demonstrates that drivers who endanger the lives of others will be held accountable for their actions.