Month: June 2015
How Measure 91 will Affect Driving and Marijuana Starting July 1
Starting on Wednesday, marijuana will be legal to possess and grow in Oregon for those over the age of 21. There are many questions that Oregonians have regarding what is now going to be legal and what is still illegal when it comes to marijuana. It will now be legal to transport your marijuana in… read more
The World Naked Bike Ride is this Saturday
Every year cyclists gather at a specified location in Portland and ride their bikes nude to protest against society’s dependence on oil. The ride originated behind that idea, but today many people ride to promote cycling as a viable mode of transportation and fun activity. Some of the top reasons people ride are to help… read more
What to Do if a Dog Injures You
If you were attacked by a dog, your first instinct is probably to defend yourself. Many dogs bite very quickly, out of fright, nervousness or misdirected protectiveness. If someone else’s dog injures you, the owner is likely to be legally liable for your injury. You may want to check with the local animal control department… read more
Do Not Wait to seek Medical Treatment if you were Injured in an Accident
When you are in a car crash, your own insurance will pay all of your medical bills for a year after the crash, up at at least $15,000. This is called “personal injury protection” or PIP, and every Oregon auto policy is required to have this coverage. Neither the insurance company nor a jury will… read more
Portland Commissioner Amanda Fritz seeks $9.5 Million in Wrongful Death Lawsuit for her Husband
This Wednesday, Portland City Commissioner, Amanda Fritz, filed a $9.5 million wrongful death lawsuit against the driver who lost control of his pickup, crossed over a grassy median of I-5, and crashed into the Nissan Sentra driven by her husband, killing him. The lawsuit filed alleges that the pickup driver, Michael Lippmann, was driving too… read more
Not Telling your Attorney these 5 Things Could Wreck your Case
If you hire a lawyer, or are considering hiring a lawyer, for your personal injury claim, it is important to recognize that this will become a long-term, important relationship. This means you need to be honest and open with your attorney at all times. Here are several things your attorney will need to know during… read more
4 Tips for Surviving a Minor Car Crash
Car accidents can be life-changing and scary. Getting into our cars to drive is one of the riskiest decisions we make each day without even realizing it. Nearly 1.3 million people die each year in road crashes averaging about 3,287 deaths a day. Follow the proper steps after a car accident occurs to ensure you… read more
3 More Common Myths you may have Heard from Friends, Relatives or Well-meaning Neighbors
Myth 4: You should get a fast settlement TRUTH: Actually, it’s easy to get a fast settlement. What’s unusual is a fast and fair settlement. The insurance companies love fast settlements, because if you are in a rush, they know they will be able to settle for pennies on the dollar. But if you want… read more
Increased Number of Drownings this Summer in OR & SW WA
This summer has seen a record number of drownings in the Oregon and Southwest Washington region with 9 so far. All the deaths this year have been males and all but three were teenagers. The most recent one was at the Clackamas River when a 22-year-old drowned while swimming across the river. The water in Oregon… read more
3 Common Myths you may have Heard from Friends, Relatives or Well-meaning Neighbors
Myth 1: You need a lawyer for every accident. TRUTH: Absolutely not. Many accidents do not require a lawyer at all. You may end up with more money in your pocket if you settle the case yourself. But only if you understand the process. If you’ve done some negotiating before (and almost everyone has) use… read more