No matter the type of industry an individual works in, there are always some risks associated with a job. This is true even if an employee works in an office and sits at a desk. However, for some workers, the risks of injuries are much greater. Due to the dangers...
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Negligent drivers can be the cause of a bicycle accident
Motorists in Portland and other cities across the nation share the road with various types of vehicles. In addition to motor vehicles, drivers also share the road with pedestrians and cyclists. During the warmer months, more residents and visitors travel by bike....
A review of the Workers’ Compensation system
Workplace accidents are unfortunately common all across the nation. Here in Oregon workers from diverse industries are exposed to hazardous work conditions that result in injuries, illnesses, and lost wages. When workers suffer harm on the job, they may elect to seek...
Third-party liability in a construction accident
Working in construction in Oregon exposes you to many personal injury risks, from electrocution to serious falls. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, construction is the deadliest industry in the country. If you or a loved one suffered...
What is dooring and how can it be prevented?
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....
Liability when children are the victims of bike accidents
Anyone who has spent time around a young child knows that little kids can be impulsive, excitable, and often exhausting to those who must keep them safe. It is hard to know what a young child will do when confronted with a new situation, and, because of this, their...
Why is drunk driving so dangerous?
Drunk driving is an unfortunately common occurrence in the United States. Many Oregon residents have been personally affected by car accidents caused by drunk drivers, with some having been involved in crashes themselves and others having lost loved ones to collisions...
Pleading negligence after a motor vehicle accident
Negligence is often the cause of personal injury accidents in Oregon. While some physical harm results from intentional and even criminal conduct, many of the car accidents, property incidents, and other types of injury-causing events happen because people fail to...
How long do you have to file a personal injury lawsuit?
Every day in Oregon, dozens of car accidents take place. One recent incident resulted in several people needing to go to the hospital for nonlife-threatening injuries. The crash occurred as a result of one driver running a red light and colliding into three other...
Important steps to take before receiving workers’ compensation
An on the job injury can be a devastating event for an Oregon worker. While some accidents may result in minor forms of harm, others may cause serious and even debilitating losses to those who suffer them. In the wake of a workplace injury, it is important a victim...
