You’ve been in a car or truck accident. Your vehicle is damaged, and maybe you are injured. Occupants might be injured. Other drivers may have injuries. Chances are, after a car accident you aren’t thinking about filing paperwork. Still, Oregon law has reporting requirements after a car crash or truck crash that can impact your ability to recover for your injuries and property damage later.
Read MoreYour 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.
Read MoreOregon 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 attorney fees to a party who successfully uses a attorney to represent them in recovering their damages (medical costs, property losses, and other expenses including as lost wages). These fees for your Attorney 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.
Read MoreThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for regulating and monitoring commercial trucking safety in the United States. They investigate crashes, create safety regulations, and enforce rules to reduce the number of commercial truck accidents.
Read MoreAll consultations with the attorneys at our firm about your Oregon Personal Injury case are free. If we accept your case, unless otherwise agreed, we also take on the expenses associated with recovering on your behalf.
Read MoreSeat belts are an essential safety feature in modern vehicles and have saved countless lives. However, in some cases, seat belts can also cause injuries during a motor vehicle accident. Understanding the different types of injuries caused by seat belts is essential for both individuals and healthcare professionals.
Read MoreAfter an accident, your injury attorney 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 attorney as soon as possible after your accident to coordinate.
Read MoreOregon pedestrian fatalities from drivers are a serious public health issue. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, there were 6,378 pedestrian fatalities in the United States, a 5% increase from 2019. These statistics represent the highest pedestrian fatalities in the last 30 years.
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreValuing 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.
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