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Lying about your Injuries Could Cost You
If you have been injured and there is a possibility you may bring a lawsuit, you must be absolutely honest. No lies. No exaggerations. The insurance companies have huge databases, and they will spend some time researching your injuries and case if it will help them avoid having to pay you. They will find medical… read more
Forest Grove Police Officer’s Body Camera Captures Car Crash as it Happens
Troy Maslen with the Forest Grove Police Department was wearing a helmet-mounted camera that capture more than just a routine traffic stop on July 14th. Maslen had a driver pulled over while he heard a loud crash nearby at the intersection of 19th Avenue and Hawthorne Street. The camera shows the traffic lights on Hawthorne… read more
Insurance companies love to talk about “accidents”, because that word implies that your injury was nobody’s fault. Insurance company lawyers like to use the word “accident” because they hope the jury will start to believe that the “accident” was not anybody’s fault. In reality, an “accident” is usually caused by someone who wasn’t paying attention…. read more
Having the Right UIM Coverage Makes a Difference
In Oregon, every driver is required to have at least $25,000 in UIM (underinsured motorist coverage). If you injury is worth $300,000, but the person who caused your injury only has $25,000 of insurance, then you could get stuck with just getting $25,000 unless you have good UIM. If the at-fault driver’s insurance limits will… read more
Preserving Evidence & Documenting Damages
If you are in a car crash that causes over $1,500 in damage to any vehicle, or causes any injuries, you are required to fill out a DMV report. Keep a copy for your records, as the DMV will not give you a copy later. You are also required to inform law enforcement about your… read more
The World Naked Bike Ride is this Saturday
Every year, cyclists gather at a specified location in Portland and ride their bikes nude to protest against society’s dependence on oil. The ride originated behind that idea, but today many people ride to promote cycling as a viable mode of transportation and fun activity. Some of the top reasons people ride are to help… read more
Do Not Wait to seek Medical Treatment if you were Injured in an Accident
When you are in a car crash, your own insurance will pay all of your medical bills for a year after the crash, up at at least $15,000. This is called “personal injury protection” or PIP, and every Oregon auto policy is required to have this coverage. Neither the insurance company nor a jury will… read more
Not Telling your Attorney these 5 Things Could Wreck your Case
If you hire a lawyer, or are considering hiring a lawyer, for your personal injury claim, it is important to recognize that this will become a long-term, important relationship. This means you need to be honest and open with your attorney at all times. Here are several things your attorney will need to know during… read more
4 Tips for Surviving a Minor Car Crash
Car accidents can be life-changing and scary. Getting into our cars to drive is one of the riskiest decisions we make each day without even realizing it. Nearly 1.3 million people die each year in road crashes averaging about 3,287 deaths a day. Follow the proper steps after a car accident occurs to ensure you… read more
3 More Common Myths you may have Heard from Friends, Relatives or Well-meaning Neighbors
Myth 4: You should get a fast settlement TRUTH: Actually, it’s easy to get a fast settlement. What’s unusual is a fast and fair settlement. The insurance companies love fast settlements, because if you are in a rush, they know they will be able to settle for pennies on the dollar. But if you want… read more
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