Oregon Injury Law Blog
Tag: Liability

  Understanding Insurance Coverage for Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents in Oregon

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.

  Understanding Oregon's Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Coverage

In short, UIM insurance is a means of utilizing your own (UM uninsured) policy when another driver has insurance, but it’s not enough to cover your injuries. With UIM insurance coverage, if available, you would get coverage equal to the difference between the policy limits on your UM policy and the policy limits carried by the insurance policy of a negligent driver who caused an injury (the at-fault driver) in a car accident, motorcycle accident, or bicycle accident.

  Deciphering Responsibility in Commercial Truck Accidents: A Guide on Liability

Commercial truck accidents in Oregon can involve complex liability issues. Understanding who is responsible for damages is crucial to securing fair compensation. Our latest blog post explores the common causes of commercial truck accidents, potential liable parties, and methods for determining fault. Join us at Pacific Injury Law Firm in Portland as we navigate the complexities of commercial truck accident liability and help you get the justice you deserve.

  Expert Personal Injury Attorneys in Oregon | Pacific Injury Law Firm

At 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.

  Understanding the Worth of 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.

  The Legal Consequences of Negligent Maintenance in Public Stores

Public stores have a legal responsibility to maintain their premises in a safe manner. Neglecting this responsibility can lead to serious consequences, such as being held liable for injuries or damages caused by hazardous conditions. Understanding the legal liabilities of public stores is essential.

  Busting the Bias: Motorcycle Accident Victims Deserve Fair Compensation

Juries, insurance adjusters, judges, and even lawyers representing motorcycle accident victims sometimes maintain the subtle bias that motorcyclists "deserve" injuries because they forego the safety of a four-wheeled, enclosed vehicle. At Pacific Injury Law Firm, we recognize such biases and refuse to minimize the claims of the motorcycle accident victim. If a motorcycle accident victim is not able to obtain complete and fair compensation, we will take the case to trial.

  Navigating Legal Hurdles and Bias in Oregon Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents in Oregon are often caused by "lookout" issues, where drivers fail to notice motorcycles on the road. These accidents can result in severe injuries for motorcyclists, who also face biases from drivers and construction crews. Legal challenges can arise in the aftermath of an accident, such as disputes over insurance coverage and questions of liability. Passengers involved in accidents should not be overlooked. An experienced attorney can help navigate these complexities and secure fair compensation for those injured in motorcycle accidents.

  Navigating Oregon's Uninsured Motorist Insurance Laws

In Oregon, every policy carried by a driver is required to carry Uninsured Motorist (or "UM") coverageBy law, the minimum amount of coverage under an Oregon UM policy is $25,000. With uninsured motorist coverage, a person can recover economic damages and noneconomic damages just like they would receive from the negligent driver, all the way up to the limits of an uninsured motorist policy.

  Understanding Oregon's Dram Shop Liability: A Rundown for Social Hosts

The blog post discusses an important Oregon court case that addressed the issue of social host liquor liability under the state's Dram Shop statute, ORS 471.565. The case involved a party host who was sued by a guest who was killed when two guests engaged in horseplay with loaded handguns, resulting in one guest being killed.