Arnold Law Firm Blog
Motorist Killed by Drugged Driver on the Shoulder of Interstate 80
An Olivehurst man was struck and killed by another driver found to be under the influence of marijuana at the time of the accident on May 4, according to California Highway Patrol (CHP). The fatal collision occurred while a 40-year-old motorist was changing a flat tire on his Dodge Durango that was parked on the […]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in California?
Dealing with the unexpected death of a loved one is a painful tragedy, especially if his or her death was completely preventable and caused by another’s negligence. Although no amount of money can fulfill the loss you experience after the death of a loved one, a wrongful death claim may provide compensation to relieve the […]
Study Reveals the Majority of U.S. Drivers are Distracted by Cellphones
A new study has found the vast majority of Americans are distracted by their cellphones or electronic devices while driving. The study, conducted by an app called Zendrive, found that U.S. drivers were distracted by their phones or other electronic devices in 88 out of 100 trips. Distracted driving is a danger to all those […]
Proving Negligence in a Personal Injury claim
If you have been injured because of another’s negligence, you may have legal options to pursue compensation. However, you must prove the other party was, in fact, negligent and at fault for causing your injuries. Proving negligence in a personal injury claim can be difficult and requires enough evidence to construct a viable claim. An […]
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Driver distraction is a dangerous problem. Because of this, traffic safety organizations and law enforcement agencies throughout the U.S. have set aside April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month to educate the public about distracted driving in the hopes of preventing further crashes. With U.S. traffic fatalities surpassing 40,000 deaths in 2016, safety advocates are encouraging […]
Safetyville USA Teen Driving Safety Day
On April 8, Safetyville USA will host its Teen Safe Driving Day, a free event for teens who are currently driving or looking to get their license in the near future. The event was planned by the organization’s Youth Advisory Council, which is made up of high school students throughout California. It will feature a […]
Increase in U.S. Pedestrian Deaths Projected for 2016
The number of pedestrians killed on U.S. roadways is projected to have risen by 11 percent in 2016, compared to 2015. By utilizing preliminary data for the first half of 2016 and considering past trends, the Governors Highway Safety Administration (GHSA) estimates that 5,997 pedestrians were killed last year, compared to 5,376 in 2015 and […]
Wrong-Way Crash Results in Two Deaths
Two people were killed in a head-on collision on Monday involving a wrong-way driver. The three-vehicle collision occurred on White Rock Road near Prairie City Road south of Highway 50 around 8:20 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). CHP officials reported the wrong-way vehicle was driven by a 41-year-old man traveling west on […]
AAA Study Reveals Young Millennials as the Worst Drivers in the U.S.
A recent study conducted by the American Automobile Association (AAA) Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that young millennials between the ages of 19 and 24 years old are the most likely to engage in high-risk behavior while driving. The study used speeding, texting while driving, and red-light running to measure 2,511 drivers, 16 years or […]
Complacency, Poor Driving Habits Contribute to Fatality Increase
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 2016 was the deadliest year for U.S. roads since 2007. A complacent belief that car accidents are inevitable, combined with lax attitudes toward high-risk dangerous driving behaviors, significantly contributed to the rising U.S. traffic fatality rate, according to NSC officials. Approximately 40,000 people were killed in deadly auto […]
Combating Wrong-Way Drivers
Wrong-way driving accidents account for only one percent of traffic collisions in the U.S., but they are extremely dangerous and often fatal. Five wrong-way crashes occurred in the greater Sacramento area from January to May 2015, resulting in the deaths of 16 people, according to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). In response to the […]
NHTSA Warns Against Drinking and Driving on Super Bowl Sunday
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is raising awareness about increased drunk driving associated with Super Bowl Sunday. The federal agency launched its annual “Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk” campaign to remind drivers about the dangers of drunk driving, highlighting the fact that Super Bowl Sunday is no exception for this behavior. Drunk […]