Arnold Law Firm Blog
What is the Duty of Care Element in a Car Accident Case?
California drivers have a legal obligation to avoid causing another person harm. This is known as the duty of care. It is an important element to help establish negligence in an accident case. Below, we discuss the different standards of care, who is owed a duty of care and who must uphold a duty of […]
What You Should Know Before Talking to the Insurance Company After a Motorcycle Crash
After a motorcycle accident, you must file an insurance claim to pursue compensation for your damages. Before you call the insurance company, you should remember that they are not on your side. The insurance company is looking to pay out as little for your claim as possible. That is if they do not blame you […]
Is a Property Owner Liable for Accidents on a Sidewalk in California?
If there is a structural hazard on a sidewalk and you fall, the owner of the property where the sidewalk is may be financially responsible for your injuries in some parts of California. The laws pertaining to property owner liability for sidewalk accidents can be complex. Below, we discuss how state and local ordinances may […]
What You Should Know About Recent Eye Drop Recalls
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of several eye drop brands. The announcement from the health regulator comes after a voluntary recall in February from the manufacturer of an eyedrop brand produced in India that caused serious health issues for several individuals. Two more brands are included in the latest recall […]
How Does Negligence Per Se Affect an Accident Claim?
When filing a claim after an accident, the victim must prove his or her damages were the direct result of another party’s negligence. In most accident cases, the injured party must prove ordinary negligence. However, there is also the doctrine of negligence per se. Negligence per se is when someone violates a law, and in […]
Zoll Medical Corporation Data Breach
NOTICE: If you received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH letter from Zoll Medical Corporation, Inc., contact the Arnold Law Firm at 916-777-7777 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential Case Evaluation form here. On or about March 10, 2023, Zoll Medical Corporation, an Asahi Kasei company (“Zoll Medical”) sent a Notice of Data […]
Cerebral Inc. Data Breach
NOTICE: If you received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH letter from Cerebral Inc., contact the Arnold Law Firm at 916-777-7777 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential Case Evaluation form here. On or about March 1, 2023, Cerebral Inc. (“Cerebral”) sent a Notice of Data Breach Letter (“Breach Letter”) to individuals (“victims”). The […]
Why is it Important to File a Police Report After a Crash?
Filing a police report is one of the most important first steps to take after a car accident, besides ensuring you get medical treatment. A police report serves multiple purposes after a crash, including being an official record of an accident. Below, we discuss why it is important to file a police report and how […]
Do You Do Any of These Things While Off the Clock? You May be Overtime Eligible
Even when employees work a full 40-hour week, they may struggle to get every little thing done. That is why many employees end up doing some things on weekends or right before or after their shift ends. If this sounds like a normal part of your weekly routine, it is important to note you may […]
Why You Should Carry More Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage in California
About 15 percent of drivers in California are not insured, according to data from Wallet Hub. The odds of getting into an accident with an uninsured driver is about one in seven. Although uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage is optional, it is worth including it in your policy. Below, we discuss why you should consider […]
Rancho Mesquite Casino, Inc. dba Eureka Casino Hotel Data Breach
NOTICE: If you received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH letter from Rancho Mesquite Casino, Inc., Rancho Mesquite Casino, LLC, or Eureka Casino Hotel, contact the Arnold Law Firm at 916-777-7777 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential Case Evaluation form here. On or about November 9, 2022, Rancho Mesquite Casino, Inc., Rancho Mesquite […]
Can You Seek Compensation for Injuries From a Space Heater Fire?
People use personal space heaters to keep warm in bed, in their office space or while lounging around at home. It is easy to fall asleep and forget to turn the heater off or leave it unattended. This can be extremely dangerous, as there is a risk of a fire. However, some personal space heaters, […]