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8 Myths About Personal Injury Attorneys
Navigating the legal system can be overwhelming, and misconceptions about hiring a lawyer only add to this complexity. It’s essential for those facing legal dilemmas to distinguish myths from realities. At DuBois Law Group in Portland, Oregon, our goal is to clarify these misconceptions, providing reliable information to help you confidently tackle legal challenges with… read more
Oregon Skateboarding Laws: The Basics
Skateboarding was once considered a fad, a momentary craze; something that would fade out as fast as cork-soled clogs and the beehive hairdo. It would now seem, however, that skateboarding is here to stay. It is heavily featured in extreme sports competitions worldwide, and in Oregon, moving around on a thin wooden board with four… read more
Beneficiaries in a Wrongful Death Case
A wrongful death claim is brought by a Portland wrongful death lawyer for the benefit of certain “beneficiaries.” Exactly who qualifies as a “beneficiary” is defined by the law. Note that the person who can “bring the lawsuit” is not the same as the people who can “benefit from the lawsuit.” The “beneficiaries” are the… read more
Event Data Recorders (EDR) Help Determine Liability
Did you know that you probably have your own personal private detective riding along with you every time you get into your car? In addition, should you find yourself in a collision that wasn’t your fault, that same little private detective could very well be used to prove your case, in case the other driver… read more
Personal Injury Client Interview Questions
If you are considering filing a personal injury claim, then you are no doubt considering speaking with a variety of different Portland personal injury attorneys who could possibly represent you in your claim. There are several things that you can expect from speaking with a personal injury attorney, including being asked a variety of questions… read more
Portland Pedestrian Attorneys Explain Oregon Pedestrian Right-of-Way Laws
It is a question that has been around as long as cars have been running over people crossing the street or knocking down someone who is walking across their driveway. When does the pedestrian have the right of way in Oregon? The answers are mostly defined by common sense, but all too often, a good… read more
Does My Accident Affect My Homeowner’s Insurance?
Let’s say you had a bad year on the roads which meant you had to file an insurance claim or two. Maybe your teenage son, driving under your policy, made a bad left-hand turn and sideswiped a parked car, or you skidded on an unseen patch of ice and ran into the back of a… read more
What is the Average Car Accident Settlement?
When we meet with new clients who have been injured in a car accident, one of the first things they ask us is how much their case is worth. Car accident victims are understandably concerned about how they will pay their expensive medical bills, especially if they have had to recover and take time off… read more
Do Insurance Companies Pay for Pain and Suffering?
After suffering a severe injury, victims often experience emotional distress related to their physical injuries. Most personal injury accidents are caused by someone else’s negligence and could have been prevented had the defendant used more caution. Understandably, personal injury victims want to recover compensation for the physical and mental injuries they have suffered.
What Qualifies as Emotional Distress in a Personal Injury Claim?
Every day, Oregon residents become seriously injured in personal injury accidents that were entirely preventable. If you or your loved one has been seriously injured, you are probably suffering emotional health conditions as well as physical injuries. When people experience painful physical injuries, coping with the injuries can cause significant mental anguish. What recourse do… read more