Oregon Injury Law Blog
Category: Legal Processes
How to Accurately Value Your Personal Injury Case in Oregon
Valuing any personal injury case requires consideration of many factors, and xxSERVICEAREAxx cases are no exception. The first determination in valuing an Oregon is determining fault. Who is at fault for the accident? Sometimes the answer is not entirely clear. Even though you may share fault (comparative negligence), you still may be entitled to compensation.
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Arbitration vs. Mediation: Choosing the Right Path for Dispute Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution ("ADR") is becoming an increasingly important option in many jurisdictions. ADR refers to efforts to find methods that are outside the court system to resolve civil disputes. These methods may be advantageous to the courts and to the parties involved since they may resolve a dispute in a faster, more cost-effective manner and reduce or eliminate the need for participation by the court system.
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How is the Value of a Personal Injury Claim Calculated in Oregon?
Explore how personal injury claims are valued in Oregon, covering economic and non-economic damages, the impact of comparative negligence, and damage caps. Essential reading for understanding personal injury law nuances.
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Oregon Dram Shop Liability: What Social Hosts Must Know to Avoid Legal Risks
The blog post discusses an important Oregon court case that addressed the issue of social host liquor liability under the state's Dram Shop statute, ORS 471.565. The case involved a party host who was sued by a guest who was killed when two guests engaged in horseplay with loaded handguns, resulting in one guest being killed.
Read MoreConstructing a Strong Personal Injury Case in Oregon
Pacific Injury Law Firm xxattylawyerxxs work hard to build your case for trial from day one.
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Oregon Personal Injury Case Timelines: Factors That Impact Your Claim
The length of time it will take to conclude and resolve your Oregon xxSERVICEAREAxx case is dependent on several factors, only some of which are within your control.
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Mastering Depositions: Essential Insights for Non-Lawyers in Litigation
A deposition is an oral testimony taken under oath before a trial or arbitration. It is customary that depositions be taken of the parties to a lawsuit. Often depositions are also taken of witnesses and others who might testify at trial. Even though it often takes place in a conference room or office, and the setting is somewhat informal, it is a very important event in any lawsuit.
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Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Oregon: What You Need to Know
Oregon wrongful death claims often arise from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and workplace incidents. Understanding Oregon law is crucial for pursuing compensation in these tragic cases.
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The Intricacies of Permanent Injury: A Legal Dissection of Elan v. Tate
Pacific Injury Law Firm explores the complexities surrounding the concept of permanent injury in personal injury law as unpacked by the Oregon Court of Appeals in Elan v. Tate. This case is a cautionary tale for legal practitioners and individuals involved in personal injury disputes and why substantial evidence is necessary to establish a claim of permanent injury.
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Oregon Negligence Laws Explained: Key Insights for Personal Injury Cases
The article explores the history and legal concept of negligence, which is a fundamental part of personal injury law. It traces the origins of negligence law back to England and its development in the United States, including its four basic elements of duty, breach, causation, and damages. The article also explains how negligence is defined under Oregon law and discusses the state's recognition of comparative negligence and negligence per se.
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