Category: Personal Injury Process

April Fundraiser for Police Veteran Reminds Us – Life Can Change in an Instant

Accidents happen. Not matter who you are, what you do, or how healthy you might be, an accident can derail your life, changing things forever. That’s just what happened to 20-year Portland Police veteran Paul Meyer. Paralyzed in what The Oregonian characterized as a “freak accident”, Meyer has gone from being an active Portland police… read more

It Can Be Hard to Get a Fair Oregon Car Accident Settlement

Oregon car accident settlements, while presumed to be fair compensation for any injuries you might sustain in an accident, are often difficult to obtain in an amount that truly makes you whole. The car accident settlement process begins immediately following a car accident and is complete when you receive a check from an insurance company… read more

Can I Sue A Car Insurance Company After an Accident?

What to Do If You ARE Seriously Injured in a Car Accident in Portland While you can’t technically sue a car insurance company after a car accident, you can bring a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance policy. Insurance companies, regardless of how necessary and helpful, are ultimately out to make money. That means that… read more

Truck Accident Injuries are Prevented By Ban on Cell Phones

2013 Marks the Beginning of a National Hand-Held Phone Ban Regarding Interstate Commercial Truck and Bus Drivers As of January 3, 2013, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a ban on the use of hand-held phones by interstate commercial truck and bus drivers. With… read more

Oregon Accident Law Firm Weighs in On NASCAR Lawsuits

Even if you are not a NASCAR fan, and even if you missed last weekend’s major race and the hype surrounding it, you couldn’t possibly have missed the news coverage of the Daytona 500 this year. Just in case you did: a crash occurred at the Daytona International Speedway during the 2013 Daytona 500.  A… read more

Supreme Court to Decide on Medical Liens

Imagine this scenario.  You have been seriously injured in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another person.  You were so injured that you were no longer able to work, your body has been changed drastically, and you will be considered physically disabled for the rest of your life. You hire an attorney… read more

Filing an Oregon Accident Report

As any Portland personal injury lawyer can tell you, car accidents happen fast and they happen often.  And no person is exempt from a car crash.  In fact, it’s believed that one in four motorists will be involved in a car crash at some point while driving during their lifetimes.  It doesn’t matter whether you’re… read more

Civil Litigation: Car Accident Lawsuits

 Car accidents lawsuits are a common occurrence for many people who have been involved in a major automobile accident.  First and foremost, it must be said that if at any time you feel your car accident claim may go to court, or that you need help in settlement negotiations, you will need to seek the… read more

Auto Injury Lawyers DON’T Rush Claims

Have you ever wondered why it takes so long for an insurance company to settle your auto injury claim and issue you your settlement? Portland car accident lawyers often times spend several months negotiating with an insurance company on the simplest of facts, including the extent of injuries, liability, and punitive damages. When it comes… read more

How to File Car Accident Claims with Insurance

Getting involved in an auto accident can be extremely stressful, no doubt.  This is true if it’s a small accident or a major one.  However, it is possible that filing car accident claims could be just as stressful, depending on the circumstances of the car accident and the willingness of the insurance company you are… read more