After an accident, you don’t just become a victim who needs help, guidance, and care. Unfairly, you have now become a number in a billion-dollar industry: insurance. Whether you like it or not, you’re now part of a system designed to protect corporate profits. That means minimizing payouts, including yours. These tactics are well known...
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When you’re asking for help after an accident, you’re in one of the most vulnerable moments, maybe ever. And while many attorneys are committed to fighting for your recovery, there are others who may (and will) take advantage of your situation. They make promises they can’t keep, rush you into signing contracts, or hide fees...
Accidents can happen anywhere, whether on the road, at work, or even during everyday activities. When injuries occur, people often face medical bills, lost wages, and uncertainty about their future. This is where a personal injury attorney steps in to provide guidance and legal support. A personal injury attorney is a lawyer who helps individuals...
After a serious crash, receiving a personal injury settlement can feel like a huge relief: a chance to pay medical bills, cover lost wages, and move forward. But before you spend that money, it’s important to understand how the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) treats these settlements. Is it all tax-free? Not exactly. Some portions are...
Besides being injured and exhausted by the legal process, we understand that you might also feel uncertain about what happens if your personal injury claim doesn’t result in a favorable outcome. If a jury rules against your case, you will not be awarded any damages or compensation from the defendant, even if your injuries are...
Portland experienced a decrease in traffic fatalities in 2024, with 58 lives lost, a welcome reduction from the record high of 69 deaths in 2023. While it’s reassuring to see the numbers drop, each loss represents a family, a community, and a reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance on the road. Fatal Accidents Breakdown:...
Kevin thought it was harmless. A small fender-bender outside Spokane. No witnesses. He told the officer the other driver ran the red light. Insurance paid out fast… until someone pulled the traffic cam footage. Within weeks, Kevin wasn’t just dealing with a denied claim. He was facing a felony. In Washington, misrepresenting the facts after...
Roundabouts offer a higher level of safety compared to other types of at-grade intersections. Their design reduces conflict points, encourages lower speeds, and simplifies decision-making for drivers and pedestrians alike. Studies conducted in Europe, the UK, Australia, and the U.S. consistently show that roundabouts lead to fewer overall crashes and, more importantly, a significant reduction...
In 2021, there were a total of 2,726 crashes on state highways in Portland. Among these, 28 were fatal, 1,495 resulted in injuries, and 1,203 involved property damage. A significant portion of these accidents—150—were collisions with fixed objects, 46 involved pedestrians, and 18 were with parked cars. When it comes to multiple vehicle crashes, the...
A rather unusual fact about Oregon’s roads is that, in recent years, the majority of fatalities have occurred in its rural areas, rather than in the more typical urban zones. Normally, in any state or city, incidents are primarily concentrated in urbanized, commercial areas and on four or six-lane highways. However, today we will take...