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Nursing Home Fall Injuries in Oregon: Know Your Rights and Legal Options
In Oregon, falls in nursing homes are a serious issue affecting many elderly residents. This article explores the responsibilities of nursing homes to prevent such incidents and what you can do if negligence occurs.
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Slip and fall injuries in stores are a serious risk, with wet floors being a major factor. Understanding the dangers of wet floors and taking steps to prevent these injuries can save lives (and broken bones!)
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Navigating commercial truck accident claims can be a complex process, but a new guide from experts offers advice on how to pursue these claims successfully.
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This blog post explores the grim reality of wrongful death in the United States, where over 150,000 lives are lost annually due to preventable errors and negligence. The article discusses common causes of wrongful death, its emotional and financial impact on families, and how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help those affected seek justice and compensation.
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If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in Oregon, it is important to contact an experienced Oregon motorcycle injury lawyer who can help you recover the compensation you deserve. The most common injuries suffered by motorcyclists in accidents are head injuries, road rash, broken bones, internal bleeding, and whiplash.
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brain injury motorcyle accidents non-economic damages pain and suffering permanent disability personal injury road rash spinal cord injuries whiplashYour Rights and Legal Options in Premises Liability Accidents
After a premises liability accident, it's important to understand your rights. This article explores the legal options available to ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to.
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The 1992 Oregon Supreme Court decision in Georgetown Realty, Inc. v. Home Ins. Co. revolutionized the way liability insurers are held accountable, significantly bolstering protections for personal injury clients in Oregon. This landmark ruling affirmed that insurers must act with a fiduciary duty of care toward policyholders, providing a clearer path for pursuing tort claims against inadequate or negligent defense efforts by insurers. For individuals navigating personal injury claims, this case underscores the importance of understanding your rights and the heightened responsibilities of your insurer, ensuring stronger legal standing to seek redress for mishandled defenses or unmet settlement obligations.
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Coping 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.
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This guide provides an overview of the legal system and what to expect after a drunk driving accident. It offers advice on handling the aftermath, including insurance matters and steps to take for those affected.
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Victims 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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