Oregon Injury Law Blog
Tag: Medical Expenses
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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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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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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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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Oregon Letters of Protection: Essential Guide for Personal Injury Cases
During the time of treatment, insurance may or may not be paying the bills, but medical providers still need to get paid. To protect their interests, these medical providers may request a “Letter of Protection” from the personal injury lawyer to ensure that their bills get paid at the time of settlement.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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civil claims
comparative fault
economic damages
evidence collection
Understanding Oregon Commercial Truck Accident Claims
attorney fees
comparative fault
evidence preservation
insurance disputes
Must-Know Oregon Motorcycle Accident Laws for Riders
attorney fees
comparative fault
helmet compliance
insurance disputes
