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How to Avoid Truck Accidents and Injuries

They are perceived, often incorrectly, as the bullies of the roadway. Trucks, simply by virtue of their sheer size compared to other vehicles, are intimidating. And if your car has been in a collision with a truck, it’s not going to be a contest as to which vehicle is going to sustain the most damage,… read more

After a Bus Crash, You Have Legal Options for Compensation with a Bus Accident Attorney

Dozens of Oregon people are seriously injured, or even killed, each year on what is one of the safest modes of transportation available—the bus. Fortunately, anyone who has been injured in a bus accident has rights, and there are a number of very good Portland bus accident lawyers available to help guide victims through the… read more

Guide to Buying a Safe Family Car from Portland Car Accident Attorneys

You’ve looked at all the latest models. They come with every gadget and gizmo imaginable. Nowadays, cars, SUV’s and even pickup trucks have sound systems to rival any movie theater, satellite navigation systems that could have been put together at NASA, and seats that keep you warm in a blizzard and cool in a heat… read more

How Long Do I Have to File a Civil Lawsuit in Oregon?

Let me tell you a story about a car accident. Yes, it’s meant to teach you a lesson. It’s been several months since your car was sitting at the traffic light on a rainy Portland afternoon, and you were hit from behind by a pickup truck. The pickup’s driver admitted liability, and his insurance company… read more

Oregon Car Insurance Laws for Responsible Portland Drivers

Every Oregon driver is supposed to be covered by insurance. We all know that. Yet at least 8% of drivers involved in traffic accidents are driving without a valid insurance policy. Where does that leave the rest of us? Well, it could leave us needing the services of a good Portland personal injury lawyer for… read more

Oregon Dog Bite and Animal Attack Laws

Whatever it is that causes a dog to attack and bite someone, it can be a horrifying and life-altering experience, especially if a child is involved. Besides the physical injuries, including scars that can last a lifetime, there can also be emotional and psychological consequences.  In Oregon, dog bite laws can be quite complicated, and… read more

What to Do When Your Insurance Claim is Denied: Tips from A Portland Injury Lawyer

A bad situation just got worse. You were driving your car home from work and were involved in an accident in downtown Portland. You had to go to the doctor a day or two later, because you were injured. It meant you missed a couple of days off work; you weren’t paid, and your boss… read more

The Most Common Car Crash Injuries Lawyers See in Portland

Oregon car crashes are all too common, and those accidents are caused by an almost endless number of factors, to vehicles of all shapes and sizes, carrying people of every age, sex, race and religion. And oftentimes after one of these accidents, it’s necessary to call on the services of a Portland car accident lawyer,… read more

Portland Motorcycle Accidents and Fatalities Statistics

Motorcycle enthusiasts have long said they love the freedom they feel when they’re out on the open road, wind in their hair (or helmet, it they’re smart), and that there’s nothing quite else that compares. That freedom comes laden with peril, however. The latest motorcycle accident statistics show that riders are almost six times more… read more

How Does My Car Insurance Determine the Worth of My Personal Injury Case?

You’re driving down the street in Portland, paying attention to the traffic all around you, and you proceed through a clear intersection because you have the green light. Bang! Someone who wasn’t paying attention ran a red light, smashed up your car, and worse, injured you. The other party says they’re sure their light was… read more