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Oregon American Family Insurance Claims for Personal Injury
American Family Insurance provides cover to motorists in Oregon and 18 other states across the nation. In spite of that relatively small geographical spread, they still rank as the 16th largest insurance group in America, with assets totaling about $16 billion and annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. When it comes to auto insurance,… read more
Portland Personal Injury: Herniated Disk
One of the most common car crash injuries is a herniated disk. A herniated, or “slipped,” disk occurs when the disk between spinal vertebrae moves out of place and the nerves can become pinched. Common Symptoms: Pain in one side of the body Sharp pain in one part of the leg or hip Numbness Weakness in affected leg… read more
Getting Your Car Ready for an Oregon Winter
Is it our imagination, or does winter actually come quicker, strike harder and stay longer than all the other seasons put together? Judging by the number of Portland car crashes that take place from November through February, our cars are as ill-prepared, in many instances, as the rest of us for the onset of slippery… read more
Knee, Hip, and Thigh Injuries After a Car Crash
Serious road accidents happen every day in Oregon. Reading the newspaper accounts or watching the news flashes on the television, it’s easy to become somewhat immune to thoughts of what has happened to the people inside the mangled masses of metal that were, a short time earlier, fine looking automobiles or SUV’s. Portland personal injury… read more
Portland Personal Injury: Rotator Cuff Tear from Accident
One of the most common injuries that occur when a driver is involved in a side-impact or T-bone type collision is a painful tear of a composite of the four major muscles and tendon fibers that join to the upper half of the capsule of the shoulder joint. In ordinary, everyday language, this is known… read more
Communicating with Your Honest Portland Attorney
We seem to get a lot of calls from people who are unhappy with their personal injury attorney. The #1 complaint? “I never hear from my lawyer.” If you’re looking for an honest Portland attorney, it’s important to keep communication in mind. A good Portland personal injury attorney will be available to his clients and… read more
Portland Premises Liability: Suing for Injuries on Government Property
Every year, many people are injured on government property – in parks, recreation centers, public pools, on city streets, etc. But premises liability claims against the government are much more complicated than claims against private property owners. If you’ve been injured on government (including state, country, etc.), keep reading for some important information for filing… read more
Personal Injury Protection Law Upheld in Oregon Against Farmers Insurance
Last month, the Oregon Supreme Court upheld a decision that will force Farmer’s Insurance Company of Oregon to pay $8.9 million to injured Oregonians. According to the court, Farmers failed to comply with laws that regulate personal injury protection (PIP) benefits. According to Oregon statute ORS 742.520, insurance companies are required to cover the costs… read more
Personal Injury Myths – And the Truth You Need to Know
We’ve all heard about outrageous personal injury cases and it’s time to set the record straight. Here are some myths we’ve heard about injury claims – and the truth behind each myth. Don’t go into a case with unrealistic expectations: read more to educate yourself. Myth #1: A personal injury lawsuit will make you RICH… read more
How to Find the Right Wrongful Death Attorney for Your Family
When a loved one dies untimely, the financial and emotional consequences that occur as a result can be a great hardship for family members. Many of these deaths are the result of another party’s wrongful actions or negligence, and wrongful death lawsuitsare often filed to seek financial compensation to provide for the victim’s family. It… read more