Oregon Injury Law Blog
Category: Financial Compensation
Essential Steps for Managing Your Injury Claim in Oregon
After an accident, your injury lawyer should have you do many things to maximize your financial recovery from your injury. From documenting your accident and creating an injury diary, to working with your doctor and documenting your lost wages, there are many pieces to your economic recovery. You should consult with an lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to coordinate.
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Essential Legal Insights for Motorcycle Accident Injuries in Oregon
As seasoned Oregon personal injury attorneys, we at Pacific Injury Law Firm understand the devastating aftermath of motorcycle accidents. In our latest blog post, we delve into prevalent injuries suffered by motorcyclists in Oregon - from fractures to internal organ damage - and the complex legal landscape surrounding these incidents. We also discuss our commitment to securing fair compensation for victims, navigating the intricate process of Oregon's personal injury law.
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Rising Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon: Causes, Consequences, and Legal Help
Increasingly, Oregon sees an increased number of pedestrian injuries or even deaths from being struck by motor vehicles. [Every 88 minutes](http://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/pedestrian_safety/), a pedestrian dies in a car-related accident. Every year, roughly 6,000 pedestrians lose their lives or are injured in accidents where they are hit by motor vehicles. The most common location for these accidents is at intersections or crosswalks when motorists don't yield the right-of-way or stop for traffic devices like stoplights or stop signs.
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Analyzing the Financial Impact of Drunk Driving Accidents in Oregon
This article examines the financial cost of drunk driving accidents and the burden it places on victims, their families, and society as a whole. It considers medical costs, legal fees, lost wages, and other expenses associated with these incidents.
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Why Hiring an Attorney for Small-Claim Damages in Oregon is Crucial
Oregon has created a law (ORS 20.080) which is intended to level the playing field for injured parties with smaller claims and to promote these injured parties’ ability to get legal counsel. Generally, the law accomplishes this by awarding lawyer fees to a party who successfully uses a lawyer to represent them in recovering their damages (medical costs, property losses, and other expenses including as lost wages). These fees for your lawyer are awarded if you make a demand for payment under $10,000.00, and the defendant (or their insurance company) declines the offer or offers less than you demand. If you subsequently are awarded more, you are also entitled to attorney fees under the law.
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Confronting the Grim Statistics of Drunk Driving Accidents in Oregon
Explore the sobering statistics and tragic reality of drunk driving accidents in Oregon and across the United States. Learn about the legal consequences for drunk drivers, the justice victims deserve, and how we can work together to prevent these senseless incidents.
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Personal Injury Settlements Amidst Divorce: Key Factors to Consider
Divorce and personal injury settlements are two of the most stressful events that a person can go through. When these two events intersect, the situation can become even more complicated. In this blog post, we will discuss what you need to know about personal injury settlements and divorce.
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Finding Justice: Emotional and Legal Insights into Oregon Wrongful Death Cases
Explore the emotional and legal consequences of wrongful death cases with Pacific Injury Law Firm. This post discusses the emotional toll of losing a loved one due to negligence, the complex legal process involved in wrongful death lawsuits, and the compensation that can provide closure for grieving families. Trust Pacific Injury Law Firm's compassion and expertise to guide you through this difficult time.
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Dog Bite Injuries: Uncovering the Hidden Financial Costs
This article discusses the financial costs of dog bite injuries. It examines the medical bills, legal fees, and other costs associated with such injuries and suggests ways to reduce these expenses.
Read MorePacific Injury Law Firm: Oregon's Premier Personal Injury Specialists
Pacific Injury Law Firm emerges as Oregon's premier legal advocate for victims of vehicle-related injuries, offering unmatched expertise in car, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian accidents, and wrongful death cases. This video introduction underscores the firm’s dedication to personalized client representation and its commitment to securing financial recovery for injured Oregonians.
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