Category: Car Accidents
What to Do if You Get into an Accident in a Parking Lot
People tend to be multi-tasking and not paying attention to where they are going in parking lots. There are many issues that arise in a parking lot accident and it is important to be able to deal with them to protect your interests. Below are some tips on what to do if you find yourself… read more
How to Choose the Right Witness for Your Accident Claim
Having the right witness can make or break your accident claim. The presence of third party witnesses and their credibility is crucial to your claim. One of the first questions the insurance company will ask about filing a claim is if there were any witnesses present besides the drivers. The insurance adjuster will want to… read more
The Dangers of Tired Drivers
One of the most dangerous drivers on the road isnt the aggressive driver or even the distracted driver. One of the most dangerous drivers on the road is the tired driver. About 17% of road fatalities have been attributed to a tired driver, but little is done to keep people aware of the dangers of… read more
How Much Will My Insurance Rate Go Up After An Accident?
The consequences of getting into even a minor accident are more than just a few bumps and bruises and a dent or two. The consequences of getting into an at-fault car accident can affect your insurance as well. One of the first things someone asks when they are filing a claim with their insurance company… read more
Volkswagen Ad Campaign Shows Effects of Texting & Driving
As personal injury attorneys, we protect the rights of those that have been wrongfully injured. At the same time it is our professional goal to educate the community and prevent these senseless acts from occurring again. One of the greatest frustrations that we have as personal injury attorneys is seeing so many new cases of… read more
What to do During a Recall
Date: July 31, 2014 Name: What to do During a Recall Vehicle recalls are at an all time high. Last year, nearly 22 million vehicles were flagged for recalls. Based on that figure, you might have been one of those people affected by a vehicle recall notice. That can be a major concern, not… read more
Tips for Negotiating Your Car Accident Settlement
There are nearly two million Americans each year who suffer injuries from car accidents across the country, and there are at least 20,000 car accidents that end up becoming fatal. It is no surprise then that car accident settlements are on the rise. With this increase in accidents comes an increase in the need for… read more
Do I Need a Portland Personal Injury Lawyer?
It’s a universal dilemma, and one that thousands of Oregon motorists have asked themselves after being injured because of another road user’s negligence: “Do I really need a Portland personal injury lawyer to look after my claim?” What kind of answer would you expect to receive on an injury attorney’s blog? Well, it may shock… read more
Investigate a Truck Accident: Guide to Proving Your Case
When trucks and cars collide on Oregon highways, one thing is certain and another thing is likely, but neither is good. First, the car is certainly going to “lose” in the battle between a 3,000-pound vehicle and an 18-wheeler with a cab that can weigh up to 23,000 pounds and which can carry a load… read more
Fun Bike Ride Video – Star Wars vs. Star Trek
Thanks to Joseph Rose for this and other geeky transit videos!