The Columbia River Gorge runs on orchard and packing-house labor, and that work carries real risk. Here is a look at the most common orchard worker injuries in Oregon, why agriculture is so dangerous, and the workers’ comp rights every Gorge worker should know.
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How to File Form 801 in Oregon: The Form That Starts Your Workers’ Comp Claim
Form 801 is the document that officially starts your Oregon workers’ compensation claim. Here is how to file Form 801 in Oregon the right way, the deadlines that apply, and the simple mistakes that put benefits at risk.
How Oregon Workers’ Comp Works: A Plain-English Guide for Injured Workers
Hurt on the job in Oregon? Here is how Oregon workers’ compensation actually works in 2026: who is covered, how to file a claim, the deadlines that matter, what benefits pay, and what to do if you are denied.
Proving liability in a truck accident: Who is at fault?
A collision between a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle has the potential to be a devastating incident. The people in the smaller vehicle are at risk of life-altering injuries and substantial property damage losses. After the crash occurs, the people affected may...
Myths vs. realities of truck accident lawsuits
It's a common misconception that truck drivers are the only ones who can be held liable in the event of a crash. In fact, even if a driver does something reckless or negligent – like dozing off or taking an unsafe turn, their employer (likely a trucking company) can...
Identifying Signs of Trauma from a Car Accident
Some people assume that if they can walk away from a car crash, they haven’t developed any life-altering injuries. That isn't always true. People can have traumatic injuries with delayed symptom onset that they only identify days or weeks after they first get hurt....
5 Ways to Increase Your Car Accident Settlement
Money is often the furthest thing from someone's mind after a car crash. It's only after things settle down that they start thinking about their finances. A collision can leave someone without a vehicle. It might put them in the hospital. They may lose out on wages or...
How to Start a Rideshare Accident Claim
People expect a rideshare trip to be a safe alternative to driving themselves. Those who are unfamiliar with an area or under the influence of alcohol may order a ride for both safety and convenience. People expect to reach their destination safely when they hire a...
What Happens if Your Uber Gets in an Accident?
Rideshare services have decentralized on-demand transportation. The big players in the rideshare industry, Uber and Lyft, have effectively ended the market control a small number of taxi businesses had in many municipalities. People no longer need to look up taxi...
Recovering Compensation for the Wrongful Death of a Loved One
If you suffer an injury due to someone else’s misconduct, you can always file a personal injury lawsuit. If someone else’s misconduct kills you, however, you cannot sue anyone. So, what are the options? In Oregon, as well as elsewhere in the United States, it is...
