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.
Read MoreAt Pacific Injury Law Firm, our seasoned attorneys stand ready to support Oregonians and those in the Pacific Northwest who have suffered due to personal injuries. From vehicular collisions to wrongful death claims, bicycle mishaps, and slip-and-fall accidents, we provide comprehensive legal assistance. Contact us for a no-cost consultation with an adept Oregon injury lawyer to explore your recovery options.
Read MoreAll consultations with the lawyers at our firm about your Oregon Personal Injury case are free. If we accept your case, unless otherwise agreed, we also take on the expenses associated with recovering on your behalf.
Read MoreOregon 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.
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Read MoreYour 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.
Read MoreAn image depicting a car equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) on a road, showcasing the technology being leveraged to improve road safety and reduce car accident injuries in Oregon.
Read MoreOregon 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.
Read MoreCar accidents can be life-changing events, causing physical, emotional, and financial harm to those involved. In this blog post, an experienced Oregon personal injury lawyer outlines some situations when seeking legal representation is essential. If you've sustained injuries in the accident, the insurance company is not cooperating or the other driver was uninsured or underinsured, it's time to hire a lawyer. Additionally, if your injuries are long-term or permanent or there are multiple parties involved in the accident, consulting with a personal injury lawyer can help you navigate the complex process and ensure that you get the total compensation you deserve.
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