Oregon Injury Law Blog
Category: Legal Representation

  The Effects of Alcohol and Drugs on Driving Ability

Alcohol and drugs can significantly impair a person's ability to drive, leading to dangerous consequences. Impairment from drugs and alcohol can cause slower reaction times, difficulty staying in the correct lane, and an inability to focus on the task of driving.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for regulating and monitoring commercial trucking safety in the United States. They investigate crashes, create safety regulations, and enforce rules to reduce the number of commercial truck accidents.

  Why You Need an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer in Oregon

Navigating personal injury cases can be overwhelming, but having an experienced attorney can ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. Discover how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you every step of the way.

  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.

  Top Injuries from Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon: What You Need to Know

Explore the common injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents, including fractures, head injuries, and internal organ damage. Learn how to minimize risks while walking on roads and seek legal help if you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else's negligence.

  Establishing Fault in Oregon Pedestrian Accident Injury Cases

To prove fault in a pedestrian accident injury case, it is critical to gather evidence such as witness statements, video footage, and police reports. Seeking medical attention right away and documenting injuries can also strengthen the case.

  Minimizing Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents: A Guide for Oregon Riders

The most practical way to protect yourself from injury is by wearing appropriate safety gear. Safety equipment can lower the probability of harm in the event of an accident substantially. In Oregon, a helmet is required equipment. Additionally, consider a jacket designed for motorcycling with integrated skid plates, goggles, a mouthpiece, gloves, gloves, knee pads, hip pads, and a helmet when you ride your bike.

  The Role of Insurance in Slip and Fall Accidents: Protecting Your Legal Rights

Slip and fall accidents can be expensive, but insurance can help protect your legal rights. Insurance can cover medical bills, lost wages and other damages resulting from the accident. Knowing what type of insurance coverage is available is key to protecting yourself in the event of a slip and fall.

  Busting the Bias: Motorcycle Accident Victims Deserve Fair Compensation

Juries, insurance adjusters, judges, and even lawyers representing motorcycle accident victims sometimes maintain the subtle bias that motorcyclists "deserve" injuries because they forego the safety of a four-wheeled, enclosed vehicle. At Pacific Injury Law Firm, we recognize such biases and refuse to minimize the claims of the motorcycle accident victim. If a motorcycle accident victim is not able to obtain complete and fair compensation, we will take the case to trial.

  Pacific Injury Law Firm: A New Chapter Begins in Oregon's Legal Landscape

An opening video for Pacific Injury Law Firm's Grand Opening in January 2020.