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.
Read MoreDivorce 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.
Read MoreOregon 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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Read MoreCoping with the loss of a loved one after an accident can be a long, traumatic process. In addition to the emotional loss of the person, there are often ballooning, unexpected costs that appear after the initial event. Medical bills, emergency responder costs, and the costs of funerals add heartache at the most inopportune time. Speaking with an Oregon wrongful death lawyer at Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you understand what your rights to recovery are, and what the timelines to recover may entail.
Read MoreExplore 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.
Read MoreVictims of motorcycle accidents can explore their legal options with the help of this article, which outlines the various steps to take after an accident. It provides information about seeking medical attention, filing a claim and understanding insurance coverage.
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Read MoreExplore 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.
Read MoreThis report uncovers the financial costs of car accident injuries, revealing that the medical expenses, lost wages and other costs can be devastating. It also examines how insurance policies and legal action can help individuals manage these costs.
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