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Decoding Premises Liability: A Comprehensive Guide for Injured Victims
Understanding premises liability is crucial for victims of injuries that occur on someone else's property. Pacific Injury Law Firm provides a comprehensive guide to this complex legal doctrine, which places responsibility on property owners for visitor injuries. The guide covers the definition, types of incidents, and how to assert your rights and seek compensation for damages.
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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.
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Empower Your Healing: Oregon's Childhood Sexual Abuse Legal Options
Learn about your legal rights as a victim of childhood sexual abuse in Oregon, including important statutes and how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you.
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"Essential Guide to Personal Injury Protection (PIP) in Oregon Auto Insurance"
Your liability coverage may include Personal Injury Protection ("PIP") or Medical Payments ("Med Pay") benefits. PIP provides a source of payment for YOUR medical bills and some of YOUR wage loss following an auto accident. Further, PIP is no-fault, meaning that it will begin paying on your injuries immediately, rather than waiting for liability to be determined. Similarly, Med Pay provides some coverage for YOUR medical bills. These are called "no-fault" coverages because they pay even if the accident is your fault.
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Bicycle Accidents in Oregon: Key Risks, Rights, and Legal Options
Bicycling is a popular activity in Oregon, but the risk of accidents remains high. Between 2012 and 2018, there were 1,743 reported bicycle crashes in the state, with 70% involving collisions with motor vehicles. Common causes include failure to yield right-of-way and speeding. To reduce risks, cyclists should wear proper safety gear; however, if injured due to another's negligence, it's crucial to contact an experienced attorney like those at Pacific Injury Law Firm in Portland, Oregon.
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Essential Guide to Uninsured Motorist Insurance in Oregon: What You Need to Know
Essential Guide to Uninsured Motorist Insurance in Oregon: What You Need to Know
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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 Personal Injury case is dependent on several factors, only some of which are within your control.
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Decoding Accident Liability: Essential Negligence Insights for Drivers
Every contested auto accident involves two major issues - "liability" and "damages." Liability simply means that the other party must be legally liable before he or she has any obligation to pay compensation for injuries.
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New Title: Combatting Drunk Driving: Key Statistics, Safety Tips, and Legal Insights
Drunk driving is responsible for nearly 30% of all traffic fatalities in the US, according to the CDC. This article offers statistics on drunk driving and prevention tips such as planning ahead, not letting friends drive after drinking, being aware of surroundings, and calling 911 if necessary. In Oregon, injured parties may seek compensation from establishments that served alcohol to visibly intoxicated customers under dram shop laws.
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Understanding Wrongful Death: Essential U.S. Statistics and Legal Insights
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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ORS 20.080: The $10,000 Limit That Can Cost You Attorney Fees
fee shifting
operative pleading
oregon statute
personal injury
Res Judicata and Collateral Estoppel in Oregon Personal Injury Cases: Understanding Claim Preclusion
administrative rulings
collateral estoppel
final judgment
issue preclusion
What Georgetown Realty, Inc. v. Home Ins. Co. Means for Personal Injury Clients in Oregon
breach of contract
fiduciary duty
insurance claims
legal advice
White v. Jubitz: Full Recovery of Medical Bills in Personal Injury Cases
collateral source rule
economic damages
full compensation recovery
jury awards
Oregon Court of Appeals Upholds Protections for Insurance Policyholders
accidental death benefits
consumer protection
emotional distress damages
good faith
