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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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you’ve been injured in a car accident recently in Oregon you most likely have a right to get your related medical bills and wage loss paid by PIP under your own car insurance. PIP stands for Personal Injury Protection and is part of all Oregon auto insurance...
Residents in Oregon and elsewhere often enjoy other means of transportation than motor vehicles. Whether a bicycle is used as a main source of transportation, for exercise, or mere enjoyment, they and their riders can be observed throughout the state. While it is...
Vehicles and bikes occupy the same roadways throughout Oregon and particularly in cities like Portland. When individuals follow the rules of the road and take precautions to keep themselves and others safe, accidents between bike accidents can often be avoided....
