Fewer Cases Better Results
We are not doctors, but we regularly work with people who are seeing medical doctors, naturopathic physicians, chiropractors, surgeons, acupuncturists, massage therapists, osteopaths, and all sorts of other medical providers and specialists. In our opinion, the most important things to look for are: Excellent medical skills. Healing from your injuries is more important than your… read more
The Warning Signs of Drowsy Driving
More than one-third of American’s polled by the National Sleep Foundation said they have actually fallen asleep at the wheel before. Many people who have fallen asleep had an accident or nearly had one because they had dozed off or were too tired to drive. The National Traffic Safety Administration estimates about 100,000 police-reported crashes… read more
Medical Liens and the Importance of Negotiation
If your health insurance or your auto insurance (PIP) pays your medical bills due to an injury that was someone else’s fault, and then you get a settlement from that person (or their insurance company), then your insurance company (that pays your medical bills) has the legal right to get back the money they paid… read more
Is your child in the right car seat?
Children are extremely vulnerable to injury in a crash if they are not properly fastened in the right car seat. Event if you find the right car seat, it is extremely important to know how to install it correctly. As your child grows older, make sure to transition them into a car seat that fits… read more
What are my legal rights if I was injured at work?
Employers are required to provide their employees with safe working conditions in a healthy environment. If an employer fails to meet this criterion, then an employee may be injured as a result. Even in the safest workplaces, accident can still occur. To protect your rights if injured at your workplace, the first step is to… read more
Dark Streets Limit Visibility for Drivers and Pedestrians
The past couple of weeks there have been several accidents involving pedestrians being hit by vehicles in the early morning or evenings when it is still dark out. Some of these crashes involved victims who did not survive. If you are walking at night make sure drivers can see you. Be visible and try to… read more
When is the Wrong time to Pass other Vehicles
Over the past couple weeks, there has been multiple car crashes involving vehicles trying to pass others in no-passing zones in Oregon. Unfortunately, these crashes typically end with serious injuries or death due to the speed of the vehicles attempting to pass. Head-on collisions in these situations are extremely life-threatening. If you misjudge the amount… read more
Interactive Map Shows Pedestrian and Cyclist Deaths in Portland Area
Pedestrian and cyclist deaths have increased each year since 2009. Since these deaths were creating a big concern, federal officials launched and initiative in September to increase pedestrian and cyclist safety. Including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas and Clark counties, pedestrian and cyclist deaths are matching the national upward trend. The graph below shows the number each… read more
Plan Ahead this New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are two of the most common holidays for drunk driving accidents to occur. Each year nearly 10,000 people are killed in drunk driving crashes and during the holidays it is even more prevalent. Stay safe this New Year’s and plan ahead if you are going to be drinking. Whether… read more
Brain Injuries Caused by a Car Accident
The leading cause of death and disability from car accidents in the US are Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). Currently, over 5.3 million people are living with disabilities resulting from a TBI. A traumatic brain injury is an injury to the brain that results from an external force, or trauma, to the head causing damage to… read more