Categoría: Proceso por daños personales
How much will it cost me to hire a Personal Injury law firm?
After all of the pain, suffering, and confusion involved in an accident or injury, it can be disheartening to consider the cost of hiring a law firm to represent you for your case. Fortunately, when you work with us, you will not have to worry about cost. We take our fees as a simple percentage… leer más
¿Está su abogado disponible para reunirse con usted personalmente?
Sorprendentemente, algunos abogados de lesiones personales no están disponibles para reunirse con sus clientes y sólo envían a sus enlaces para recoger su información. Generalmente esto significa que ellos no están invertidos en su caso y que usted no recibirá la mejor representación posible. En nuestra firma, nos preocupamos por nuestros clientes. Nos preocupamos... leer más
Portland Car Collision Attorney Talks about Accidents
While accidents tend to be quite common in our society, not a lot of people understand what they should actually do once they are in one. Aside from the fact that you should get an attorney, there are a few other things that you will want to do right after an accident. Let’s take a… leer más
How Social Media Can Hurt your Claim
You might not have thought about this, but what is posted on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter can really (negatively) affect your personal injury case. Here is an example of how this could happen. Defense Attorney: “So, your injuries have kept you from doing your normal activities?” You, the Injury Victim: “Yes, I… leer más
Encontrar al médico adecuado es importante para ganar el caso
El valor de su caso depende de muchos factores, pero dos de los más importantes son: su credibilidad y la gravedad de sus lesiones. Ahora bien, ¿cómo puede un jurado (o un abogado, o un perito de seguros) averiguar la gravedad de sus lesiones? Normalmente, la mejor manera es leer su historial médico y hablar... leer más
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… leer más
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… leer más
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… leer más
Qué hacer si un perro le hiere
Si te ataca un perro, probablemente tu primer instinto sea defenderte. Muchos perros muerden muy deprisa, por miedo, nerviosismo o proteccionismo mal dirigido. Si el perro de otra persona te hiere, es probable que el dueño sea legalmente responsable de tus lesiones. Quizá quieras consultar con el departamento local de control de animales... leer más
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… leer más