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Breakthrough in Healing Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury is one of the most devastating things that can happen to the victim of a traffic accident. The physical effects are horrific enough, but every good brain injury attorney could also testify to the long term financial, emotional and psychological damage done; not just to the victim, but also to their extended… read more

Portland Bicycle Paths and Trails Used More Than Ever

Getting out and about on a bicycle is becoming increasingly popular in Portland, and especially on the city’s multi-use paths and trails, according to information just released. Cyclists seem to be doing more recreational riding than ever, and using paths, lanes and corridors designed to keep them away from traffic would appear to be the… read more

Bicycling in Portland: How NOT to Get Hit By Cars (Part 2)

Staying safe while riding a bicycle on Oregon roads is not just a cyclist’s responsibility. Having said that, the problem is when a car and a bicycle come together, the car might get a scratch or two, but the cyclist is highly unlikely to be so lucky. Following the safety tips we’ve listed here will… read more

Bicycling in Portland: How NOT to Get Hit By Cars (Part 1)

 We offer here our Top 10 reasons cycling accidents occur, and the best ways to avoid getting hit by a car. The truth is you’d be better off following these tips without wearing a helmet and not getting hit, than to wear a helmet and think that’s the last precaution you need to take, leading… read more

Rear-End Accident Victim Finds Representation

This is a real story about one of our real clients. All names of individuals have been changed to protect the innocent and the guilty alike. But names of insurance companies are real, and the details of what happened have not been changed. Back in November, our client “Peter” was driving on I-5 South, near… read more

Smile, Your Accident is on YouTube

Guest Post by Attorney Richard Console American Traffic Solutions, a company that provides the camera systems utilized on traffic lights, recently released a video online that uses footage from these red-light-cameras in New Jersey. According to NJ.com, Kate Coulson, a spokeswoman for ATS, explained how much these cameras help make the roadways safer. Coulson went… read more

Top 10 Oregon Motorcycle Safety Tips

If you’re an Oregon motorcyclist, and you made it through 2011 unscathed, congratulations. Not everyone was so lucky. Every year, dozens of cyclists need the services of a good Oregon motorcycle accident attorney, largely because motorists frequently seem unable to spot a motorcycle on the road. For now, your motorcycle is probably safely stowed away,… read more

T-Bone Accident Claim in N. Portland

This is a real story about one of our real clients. All names of individuals have been changed to protect the innocent and the guilty alike. But the names of insurance companies are real, and the details of what happened have not been changed. On Christmas Day, “Barbara” was driving in North Portland when a… read more

Costs of a Court Trial in a Personal injury Case

No one likes the thoughts of having to make a court appearance, especially if they think they’re going to be questioned by a cold-hearted, aggressive attorney who is going to try to make them look like the biggest liar on the planet. Then there’s the expense of hiring a lawyer to represent your best interests…. read more

Drunk Driving Crack Down in Portland

All traffic accidents are regrettable under any circumstances and even more so when someone gets injured. Thousands of Oregon drivers are unfortunate enough to be injured every year, and hundreds are killed in accidents that are caused by everything from poor road conditions and appalling weather to medical conditions or texting while driving. However, Portland… read more