Oregon Injury Law Blog
Tag: Medical Bills

  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.

  Maximize Compensation with a Skilled Personal Injury Lawyer Post-Pedestrian Accident

Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer after a pedestrian accident is essential in order to receive proper compensation for damages. They can help you understand your legal rights and ensure that all necessary paperwork is filed correctly.

  Understanding the Legal Impact of Drunk Driving Accidents in Oregon

Learn about the legal consequences of drunk driving in Oregon, where the issue is taken seriously due to high rates of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities. Offenders can face serious penalties, including fines and jail time. Victims of drunk driving injuries may also be eligible for compensation, but navigating complex laws requires experienced personal injury lawyers like those at Pacific Injury Law Firm. They handle all types of motor vehicle accidents caused by impaired drivers and can help victims pursue justice against those responsible.

  Why a Personal Injury Lawyer is Crucial After a Motorcycle Accident

After a serious motorcycle accident, victims may face medical bills, lost wages and other financial challenges. Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer can provide invaluable advice and resources to maximize compensation for injuries and losses due to the accident.

  Understanding Premises Liability: Your Legal Rights After an Accident

After a premises liability accident, it's important to understand your rights. This article explores the legal options available to ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to.

  The Hidden Toll of Wrongful Death: Emotional and Economic Impacts

This blog post delves into the financial and emotional costs of wrongful death, highlighting the burden families face from medical bills, legal fees, and lost wages. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about these tragedies to ensure justice and closure for those affected.

  Navigating the Complexities of Liens in Personal Injury Cases

In this post we explore the topic of liens in personal injury cases, specifically those filed by the Personal Injury Liens Unit (PIL) in Oregon, which can include liens by the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). We provide an example of how OHP may file a lien against a settlement, and discuss steps that injured individuals can take, with the help of an experienced attorney, to report injuries to PIL, negotiate lien amounts, and ensure that payments are made correctly and on time.

  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.

  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.