Oregon Injury Law Blog
Tag: Medical Expenses

  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.

  Maximizing Your Compensation in Oregon Premises Liability Claims

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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Mastering Depositions: Essential Insights for Non-Lawyers in Litigation

A deposition is an oral testimony taken under oath before a trial or arbitration. It is customary that depositions be taken of the parties to a lawsuit. Often depositions are also taken of witnesses and others who might testify at trial. Even though it often takes place in a conference room or office, and the setting is somewhat informal, it is a very important event in any lawsuit.

  "Essential Guide to Personal Injury Protection (PIP) in Oregon Auto Insurance"

Your 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.

  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.