Brian Michael Pratt

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Brian Michael Pratt Personal Injury attorney at The Law Offices of Max G. Arnold in Redding, CA.
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Licensed to practice law in California, Oregon, and Washington State.

That stranger who saw your crash? They might be your best shot at justice.So … there you are, driving down Hartnell, you...
04/30/2025

That stranger who saw your crash? They might be your best shot at justice.

So … there you are, driving down Hartnell, you stop at that new red-light camera, and then BAM! You’re rear-ended by Jesse from Breaking Bad. Your lower back is killing you and Jesse is smelling like Axe shower gel and Totino's Pizza rolls.

In that moment there are lots of things you need to do, but an important one is:

Get the name and phone number of any witnesses.

So very often, clients come to us and say, I figured the cop would get the witnesses’ info.

Well, they often don’t. Most times, especially after some recent changes in policy at the RPD, there isn’t even a police report unless someone is bleeding (like a lot).

Because of that, once that witness drives away, so does your proof. And believe me, insurance companies love a case without witnesses—it makes it easier to deny, delay, and when they get around to it: blame you.

I know doing the whole ASL thing and getting digits from bystanders is the LAST thing you want to do after getting slammed, but trust me. It’s worth it. And if you can’t, have someone else do it.

Witness info or not, call us at (530) 999-9688 or reach out to us on our website: www.maxgarnold.com

When you think slip-and-fall, you probably picture some cartoon character flying through the air, arms flailing, landing...
03/19/2025

When you think slip-and-fall, you probably picture some cartoon character flying through the air, arms flailing, landing with a goofy sound effect.

But when it happens to you? No laugh track. No soft landing. Just pain, medical bills, and an insurance company acting like you tripped over your own two feet.

And here’s the hard truth: Slip-and-fall cases are tough.

In the NorthState? Even tougher.

That’s why you need a local attorney who not only knows the people of Shasta County but IS one of the people of Shasta County. That kind of understanding is so vitally important when telling your tale to a jury looking at you and your claim with a skeptical eye. Shasta County juries need to know how you fell, why you never had a chance to avoid that fall, and how legitimate and real your suffering has been.

So, call us — call me at The Law Offices of Max G. Arnold. Ph: (530) 242-2040

🦌🧟‍♂️ Redding’s Zombie Deer Are Coming for YooooouuuuuuuOkay, maybe they’re not actually zombies… but they sure act like...
03/06/2025

🦌🧟‍♂️ Redding’s Zombie Deer Are Coming for Yooooouuuuuuu

Okay, maybe they’re not actually zombies… but they sure act like it.

Glowing eyes. Slow, creepy movements and THEN BAM(!) FAST AS A CHEETAH. Zero fear of running straight into traffic. And this time of year, they’re everywhere.

Don’t let one turn your car into a crumpled mess:

🚨 Dawn & dusk = deer rush hour – They love an early morning or evening jog.

🚨 Slow down in zombie—err, deer-heavy areas – Think Highway 299, backroads, and anywhere near trees.

🚨 Use your high beams (safely) – If their eyes start glowing, that’s your cue to watch out.

🚨 Don’t swerve! – Slamming the brakes is better than swerving into oncoming traffic.

🚨 One deer = more deer – They never roll solo. Always rollin' with they squad. If you see one, expect backup.

📞 (530) 242-2040 – Free consultations, always.

Deny. Mislead. Delay. Those are the tactics most personal injury adjusters use. A claim's adjuster's job performance is ...
01/15/2025

Deny. Mislead. Delay.

Those are the tactics most personal injury adjusters use.

A claim's adjuster's job performance is judged by how many righteous claims they can either get rid of or settle for pennies on the dollar.

Often, bodily injury adjusters are rude, dismissive, and accusatory. But even the nice ones are actively trying to hurt your claim. In every conversation. And with every guidance they offer.

Even a simple "how are you this morning? Oh, I'm ok." exchange can and will be used against you months to years later to try and diminish the value of your claim.

One of the tricks they pull, is when the adjuster conveys to you the following: "we can't settle until you're done with all your treatment. So, go treat, and then bring us the bills when you're done." Then, when you do get to the end of your treatment, and give them the bills, the adjuster will offer you a fraction of the medical bills you have incurred. Why? Because they know, at that point, you're worried about all that medical debt hitting your credit report and assume you will accept anything that will let you make a payment.

Another tactic they use is by saying: "hey, would $1,000.00 help as a starting off point?" You say yes and they send you a paper to sign for that "initial" $1,000.00 payment. But that paper they send is actually a full and final release for your entire claim, meaning that payment, which was sold to you as partial, is actually all you will EVER get.

And when those don't work, they will delay the negotiation or settlement of your case until the statute of limitation blows. I've even seen adjusters tell people: "just call us tomorrow, and we'll get this resolved." An assurance they give knowing that the statute will have run by the next day, and that when you call, all they will do is gloat.

I know what you're thinking. Sheesh, all of that sounds terrible and stressful. It is. Let us handle them.

Call us today: (530) 242-2040

Finding yourself in a hit-and-run accident can be traumatic. It's something I've even experienced myself. Sometimes you'...
01/10/2025

Finding yourself in a hit-and-run accident can be traumatic. It's something I've even experienced myself.

Sometimes you're able to catch a license plate number, and sometimes you aren't. Sometimes you're able to chase down and find the person who hit you, and sometimes you can't.

Regardless, you're probably going to need help and we can provide just that. We work with private investigators that can track down vehicles and plate numbers. We can call and find videos from nearby businesses to see what they caught on film. Or if all of that fails, and we just can't find the jerk who ruined your day, we can make a claim with your insurance, which will NOT make your insurance rates go up.

So, when you get hit and they run, call and put us to work for you.

It’s that time of year again! Yup! Candy and law, your favorite combo!Justice and gumballs!Settled cases and Sour Patch ...
10/18/2024

It’s that time of year again! Yup! Candy and law, your favorite combo!

Justice and gumballs!

Settled cases and Sour Patch Kids!

You can have two claims that are exactly the same.Same accident, injuries, and client.But if the two cases have differen...
05/25/2023

You can have two claims that are exactly the same.

Same accident, injuries, and client.

But if the two cases have different claims adjusters, one can be resolved in a month, and the other in a year or more.

Why? Something as simple as an adjuster’s mood can change everything.
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I’ve been undertaking the process of having a new logo designed for each of our 3 offices. Here is the first one, for th...
05/25/2023

I’ve been undertaking the process of having a new logo designed for each of our 3 offices. Here is the first one, for the Redding office!
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