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Using a Police Report for Your Personal Injury Claim

When you file a personal injury claim, it is important to have as much information as possible about the incident that led to the injury. When you are in an auto accident, or are injured due to a crime, there will be a police report generated regarding the incident. You are entitled to a copy… read more

Learn How to Prevent Oregon Bike Crashes

Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that May has been selected to be National Bike Safety Month. Joined by the American Automobile Association (AAA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the DOT launched a new campaign to remind both parents as well as caregivers that they should set good… read more

How to Stay Safe While Stopping on the Highway for Emergencies

As Portland car accident attorneys, we know that it happens to everyone at one point or another: you have to pull over on the highway because of an emergency. Your child may have undone her safety restraints, or your tires may be wobbling. You may even have become suddenly tired. Whatever the situation, the National… read more

The Importance of Underinsured and Uninsured Motorist Coverage

When you are in a car crash in Oregon, you expect that both people involved will have enough car insurance to cover any damages to you or to your car. That is not always the case. Many people opt to carry only the state minimum required for insurance, and sometimes they may not be insured… read more

Dangers of Playtime and Toy Recalls

Playtime should be a time of learning, fun, and joy for children – but that time can become dangerous and even deadly if children are exposed to toys that are poorly manufactured. Since 2008, parents across America have become well aware of the dangers of seemingly innocent toys as the news of child injuries caused… read more

A Good Attorney Makes You Feel Like You Are the Only Client

The stress that comes from being involved in an accident is difficult enough without adding the stress of being able to find an efficient, professional, and trusted lawyer. It may be tempting to just pick a lawyer and run with it, but you may be doing yourself a disservice. Finding a lawyer that you feel… read more

Oregon Seatbelt Laws Save Lives

In the state of Oregon wearing a seatbelt is the law. While it is a good idea to obey the law, there are more important reasons for wearing your seatbelt. A seatbelt can prevent injury or even death. According to the CDC, nearly 50% of injuries and death could have been prevented if the victim… read more

CPSC Launches Pool Safely Campaign

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the launch of its campaign, “Pool Safely: Simple Steps Save Lives,” on April 21. To help spread awareness about water drowning prevention, television and radio public service announcements (PSAs) are being released encouraging parents and children to implement as many safety steps as possible in and around pools… read more

NHTSA Helps Prevent Back-Over Pedestrian Accidents

It’s terrible to imagine that each year in the United States, almost 300 individuals are killed and 18,000 more suffer injury due to another person (usually a parent, grandparent, or caregiver) backing over them with a vehicle. In December 2010, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced the proposal of a new safety regulation to aid… read more

Benefits of Taking Oregon Motorcycle Safety Courses

Motorcycle safety courses in Oregon are a great way for beginning and experienced riders to prepare for real-life traffic situations and road conditions. Motorcycles are exciting to ride and can be convenient forms of transportation, however, if a motorcyclist never learns the important skills they need to ride safely, they may be more prone to… read more