Oregon Injury Law Blog

  Maximizing Your Oregon Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Key Insights

Maximizing Your Oregon Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Key Insights

  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

  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.

  Maximize Your Insurance Benefits After Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents

Q: Will my insurance pay my bills if I am hit by a car and injured while riding my bicycle or walking?

A: It depends on what kind of insurance you carry. If you have your own car insurance, an Oregon bicycle accident injury lawyer can help you use your automobile's PIP ("personal injury protection") insurance to immediately provide coverage even if you injured while riding a bicycle or walking.

  The Shifting Legal Scene on Oregon’s Noneconomic Damages Cap

In the landmark case of Scott Raymond Busch v. McInnis Waste Systems, Inc., the Oregon Supreme Court ruled that the $500,000 cap on noneconomic damages in personal injury cases was unconstitutional. This decision significantly affects individuals seeking fair compensation for pain, suffering, and life-altering injuries.

  Nursing Home Abuse in Oregon: Key Stats and Legal Resources for Victims

Nursing home abuse remains a critical issue in Oregon, with many incidents going unreported. This article sheds light on the statistics surrounding elder abuse and how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help victims seek justice.

  Unveiling the Perils of Slip and Fall Injuries on Wet Floors in Stores

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!)

  Can Nursing Homes with Abuse Histories Change? Insights from Oregon Personal Injury Attorneys

This article explores the possibility of change in nursing homes with a history of abuse, emphasizing the need for accountability and the importance of legal guidance.

Q: I was injured after being in an Oregon bicycle accident, and my bicycle was damaged. Who will pay to repair my bicycle?

  Uninsured Driving in Oregon: Navigating Personal Injury Case Recovery Restrictions

The article discusses the legal limitations on recovering damages in personal injury cases in Oregon if the plaintiff was driving uninsured at the time of the accident. The article cites ORS 31.715, which limits the recovery of noneconomic damages in a personal injury lawsuit if the plaintiff was in violation of ORS 806.010 (driving uninsured) at the time of the accident. The article explains the limitations on liability established by this law and provides exceptions to the limitation. The article notes that an experienced personal injury law firm can help plaintiffs navigate these legal limitations and maximize their recovery in a personal injury lawsuit.