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How to Choose the Right Car Insurance in Oregon: A Comprehensive Guide

If you're looking to get the best car insurance you can to drive in Oregon, it's important to consider several things. Cost is just one factor, but coverage limits are also very important. These considerations can help you maintain great coverage while still finding reasonably priced Oregon car insurance policies.

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Maximizing Your Oregon Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Key Insights

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How to Accurately Value Your Personal Injury Case in Oregon

Valuing any personal injury case requires consideration of many factors, and Personal Injury 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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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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Alarming Rise in Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities in Oregon

Oregon pedestrian fatalities from drivers are a serious public health issue. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, there were 6,378 pedestrian fatalities in the United States, a 5% increase from 2019. These statistics represent the highest pedestrian fatalities in the last 30 years.

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Oregon Letters of Protection: Essential Guide for Personal Injury Cases

During the time of treatment, insurance may or may not be paying the bills, but medical providers still need to get paid. To protect their interests, these medical providers may request a “Letter of Protection” from the personal injury lawyer to ensure that their bills get paid at the time of settlement.

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Nursing Home Infection Risks: Know Your Legal Rights in Oregon

Infections in nursing homes pose serious risks for residents, especially the elderly. Learn how to protect your loved ones and understand your legal rights.

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Rise in US Wrongful Death Claims: A Concerning Trend

Wrongful death claims in the US have risen significantly over the past decade, with nearly 150,000 filed in 2018 alone. Pacific Injury Law Firm, based in Portland, Oregon, is dedicated to seeking justice for families affected by preventable deaths due to negligence or recklessness. As we work to increase safety measures and provide comprehensive legal services for our clients, it's crucial that individuals and companies take proactive steps towards ensuring safety at home and work environments.

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Rising Pedestrian Fatalities: Key Data and Prevention Strategies

This article examines the dangers of pedestrian accidents, which are increasingly according to data. It looks at the current data and trends to provide insight into why these accidents are happening and how to prevent them.

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Commercial Liability in Oregon: Decoding Public Store Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and falls in public stores can be costly for store owners due to commercial liability. These accidents can lead to large fines, medical bills, and lawsuits that can result in financial losses.

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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

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How to Choose the Right Car Insurance in Oregon: A Comprehensive Guide

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Maximizing Your Oregon Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Key Insights

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How to Accurately Value Your Personal Injury Case in Oregon

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The Intricacies of Permanent Injury: A Legal Dissection of Elan v. Tate

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Alarming Rise in Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities in Oregon

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Oregon Letters of Protection: Essential Guide for Personal Injury Cases

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Nursing Home Infection Risks: Know Your Legal Rights in Oregon

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