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What Is a Free Consultation and How Does It Help My Claim?
Being hurt in an accident can be overwhelming. While you are recovering from your injuries, you may be wondering if you need to hire a lawyer to help with your claim. Most personal injury law firms offer free consultations to accident victims, but exactly what does that mean? Is the consultation really free? At the […]
Brain Injury Victims May Need Ongoing Medical Treatment
According to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), a traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs every nine seconds. Unfortunately, many of these injuries are caused by another’s negligence and could have been prevented. Below, learn more about how ongoing treatment can be essential for brain injury victims and help manage a variety of problems caused […]
I Was Injured in an Accident, but I Am an Undocumented Immigrant. Can I Still Make a Claim?
California is home to almost 11 million immigrants. We have the largest number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States – an estimated 2.4 million people. Another 25 percent of immigrants in the state hold green cards or visas. Immigrants make up a notable share of our population and are an integral part of our […]
Can Property Owners Be Liable for Swimming Pool Accidents?
Swimming pool incidents that cause severe injuries or fatal drowning accidents can sometimes be prevented. When property owners fail to take reasonable precautions to protect pool users, such as restrict access to the pool with a fence or gate, they could be held liable for damages in a premises liability claim. If you or a […]
Can I Still Recover Compensation if my Personal Injury Claim was Denied?
If you or a loved one was injured in an accident and your personal injury claim was denied, you may still be eligible for compensation to cover medical costs, lost income if you missed work, property losses and other damages related to the incident. Having a knowledgeable attorney review your claim could help, even if […]
What is Mediation in a Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury claims can sometimes take time to resolve, especially when the insurance company denies the claim or makes lowball settlement offers. Insurance companies make undervalued offers, because they know victims may be desperate for compensation to cover medical expenses and other damages. An experienced attorney can provide perspective regarding the potential value of your […]
Personal Injury Claims: Reasons Why You Need to See a Doctor First
If you are injured in an accident, the first and most important step is to visit a medical professional for an evaluation and treatment. Not only are your health and well-being top priorities, without verification from a qualified medical expert of a significant injury, you may not have a valid claim. If you attempt to […]
Why Is It Important for Injury Victims to Continue Medical Treatment?
Injury victims often wonder what they can do to assist their lawyers in pursuing compensation through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. While there are a variety of ways victims may be able to help their lawyers, one of the most important things they can do is to keep going to their doctor and […]
Arnold Law Firm Taking Precautions Against Spread of Coronvirus
We know many of our clients have concerns about in-person contact at this time. Here at the Arnold Law Firm, we are taking precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19 and preserve the health of our employees, clients and community. Rest assured that the continuity of your legal representation has not been impacted. The Arnold […]
Why Should an Expert Witness Testify in My Personal Injury Case?
When you decide to file a personal injury claim because of injuries you suffered in an accident, you may have the option of including expert witness testimony to help win the case. An expert witness can use his or her professional training and experience to support a strong argument for various aspects of your case, […]
What You Should Know About Brain Injuries
According to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), someone suffers from a brain injury every nine seconds in the United States. The BIAA estimates more than 3.5 million people sustain acquired brain injuries (ABI) every year, and this does not include degenerative, congenital, hereditary or birth injuries. These are just some of the reasons […]
How Is Future Lost Income Assessed in a Personal Injury Claim?
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to pursue compensation for damages you suffered, including past, current and future expenses. Your lost income may be a significant portion of your damage claim, but it can be difficult to calculate how much this may be worth. A Sacramento personal injury […]