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  • The Financial Impact of Slip and Fall Injuries: Who's Responsible?

    Slip and fall accidents can be costly for victims, both financially and physically. This article explores the financial burden of such accidents and who is responsible for covering the costs.

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  • Understanding DUII Accident Claims: An Oregon Victims' Guide

    In Oregon, victims of drunk driving accidents possess the right to seek justice and compensation. Our latest blog post delves into the complexities of confronting a drunk driver in court, examining critical aspects of Oregon law that govern these cases. From understanding the legal framework to navigating the trial process, we provide essential guidance for those impacted by such reckless behavior on the roads.

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  • How is the Value of a Personal Injury Claim Calculated in Oregon?

    Explore how personal injury claims are valued in Oregon, covering economic and non-economic damages, the impact of comparative negligence, and damage caps. Essential reading for understanding personal injury law nuances.

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  • Insurance Claims After an Oregon Personal Injury

    This post explains insurance claim issues after an Oregon personal injury, including adjuster communication, documentation, medical records, and settlement timing.

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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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  • What to Do After an Accident with an Uninsured Driver in Oregon

    Learn how to navigate the challenges of an accident involving an uninsured driver in Oregon and how Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you recover damages.

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  • The Dire Financial Cost of Car Accident Injuries: Uncovering the Facts

    This report uncovers the financial costs of car accident injuries, revealing that the medical expenses, lost wages and other costs can be devastating. It also examines how insurance policies and legal action can help individuals manage these costs.

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  • Analyzing the Financial Impact of Drunk Driving Accidents in Oregon

    This article examines the financial cost of drunk driving accidents and the burden it places on victims, their families, and society as a whole. It considers medical costs, legal fees, lost wages, and other expenses associated with these incidents.

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  • Oregon premises liability claims: damages you may be able to recover

    Premises liability claims may allow individuals to recover damages for injuries sustained on someone else's property. These damages can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and potentially punitive damages if the property owner acted recklessly or intentionally.

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  • Protect Your Legal Rights After a Commercial Truck Accident in Oregon

    After a commercial truck accident, it is important to understand your rights and take the necessary steps to protect them. Knowing what to do can ensure that you receive fair compensation for any damages incurred.

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  • Establishing Negligence in Premises Liability Claims: A Guide

    Discover how to prove negligence in a premises liability case with this informative blog post. Learn the importance of gathering evidence such as photographs, witness testimonies, incident reports, and expert opinions to strengthen your case. Consult with experienced attorneys at Pacific Injury Law Firm for guidance and representation in seeking compensation for injuries sustained on someone else's property.

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  • Dealing with Liens in Personal Injury Cases: Your Essential Guide

    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.

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  • Cracking Down on Drunk Drivers Causing Injury: Oregon's Legal Approach

    Oregon has made significant strides in increasing legal action against drunk drivers causing injury, with recent legislation doubling jail time for offenders and allowing prosecutors to charge DUI offenses as felonies. Pacific Injury Law Firm supports these efforts and offers assistance to victims seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages.

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  • Impact and Aftermath of Drunk Driving Accidents in Oregon

    In Oregon, the devastating reality of drunk driver accident injuries is a reality too many face. From physical trauma to emotional pain, these crashes can leave long-lasting impacts on victims and their families.

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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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  • Deciphering Wrongful Death Cases in Oregon: The Role of Negligence

    This post discusses the components of a successful wrongful death case in Oregon, including the need to prove negligence, potential damages, the statute of limitations, and the use of expert witnesses. It emphasizes the importance of working with experienced legal professionals to achieve a favorable outcome.

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  • Legal Rights in Commercial Truck Accidents: A Comprehensive Guide

    Commercial truck crashes can involve serious injuries, multiple insurance policies, company records, and evidence that should be preserved early after the collision.

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  • Rising Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon: Causes, Consequences, and Legal Help

    Increasingly, Oregon sees an increased number of pedestrian injuries or even deaths from being struck by motor vehicles. [Every 88 minutes](http://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/pedestrian_safety/), a pedestrian dies in a car-related accident. Every year, roughly 6,000 pedestrians lose their lives or are injured in accidents where they are hit by motor vehicles. The most common location for these accidents is at intersections or crosswalks when motorists don't yield the right-of-way or stop for traffic devices like stoplights or stop signs.

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  • Essential Insights on Oregon's Wrongful Death Laws and Your Rights

    A "wrongful death” lawsuit primarily occurs when an accident causes the death of another person because of negligence. Under Oregon law, ORS 30.020 defines "wrongful death" as a _”death caused by the wrongful act or omission of another."_ This usually is because of the reckless, negligent, or intentional act of someone else. Mainly, if it weren’t for the actions of another person, the deceased would still be alive.

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  • 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

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  • Oregon Wrongful Death Claims: Your Guide to Legal Rights and Compensation

    Coping with the loss of a loved one after an accident can be a long, traumatic process. In addition to the emotional loss of the person, there are often ballooning, unexpected costs that appear after the initial event. Medical bills, emergency responder costs, and the costs of funerals add heartache at the most inopportune time. Speaking with an Oregon wrongful death lawyer at Pacific Injury Law Firm can help you understand what your rights to recovery are, and what the timelines to recover may entail.

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  • Oregon bicycle and pedestrian crashes: which insurance pays

    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.

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  • Essential Steps for Managing Your Injury Claim in Oregon

    After an accident, your injury lawyer should have you do many things to maximize your financial recovery from your injury. From documenting your accident and creating an injury diary, to working with your doctor and documenting your lost wages, there are many pieces to your economic recovery. You should consult with an lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to coordinate.

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  • Why Hiring an Attorney for Small-Claim Damages in Oregon is Crucial

    Oregon 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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