Personal Injury Lawyers in Oregon
Dealing with an accident is an experience that no one wants to go through.
Unfortunately, accidents are inevitable and often leave the victims with serious injuries and mounting medical bills, not to forget lost wages due to time off from work.
If you’re involved in an accident—whether a car crash, slip and fall accident or even an injury at work—in which you were not at fault, you don’t have to deal with the consequences on your own. An Oregon personal injury attorney at Palace Law can help you navigate the complex legal landscape and receive the monetary compensation you deserve.
If you’ve been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you can rely on the team at Palace Law.
Working With You to Obtain Equitable Compensation
There are many scenarios in which you can file a personal injury claim, including:
- A car accident where the other driver is at fault
- A slip-and-fall accident resulting from another person’s negligence
- An injury at work where the company or another person is at fault
These are just a few scenarios that may warrant a personal injury claim. Whether you’re dealing with a personal injury case or an injury at work, we can help you navigate the legal process, file a claim, and receive the compensation you deserve.
At Palace Law, we’ll help you through each step of the claims process.
From preparing relevant documentation to investigating the accident, establishing negligence, and filing the lawsuit, our attorneys will lighten your load and work in your best interest to ensure a successful outcome. Below are the types of personal injury cases we can assist you with.
- Car collisions
- Bicycle accidents
- Construction injuries
- Brain injuries
- Pedestrian accidents
- Dog bites
- Motorcycle accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Logging accidents
- Wrongful deaths
- Trucking accidents
- Spinal cord injuries
- Slip and fall accidents
- Sidewalk accidents
- Product liability accidents
- Premises liability accidents
- Police and firefighter accidents
- Nursing home negligence and abuse
We have a comprehensive understanding of the personal injury laws in Oregon and will fight aggressively to ensure you get compensated for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages due to time off work.
What to Do After an Accident
There are typically between 10,000 and 12,000 reported crashes in Oregon each year. These accidents can often result in serious injuries and in some cases, death.
So, what should you do following an accident in Oregon? Whether you are at fault or not, you should take the following steps.
Immediately Following the Accident
The first thing to do following an accident is to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Here are the steps to take:
- Move the vehicle to the side of the road if possible
- Contact 911 to report any injuries and provide notice of the accident
While waiting for the Police: Gather Information
If you’re involved in an accident where you’re not at fault, ensure you have the full facts of how the accident happened. Proof of how the accident happened can help ensure the responsible driver is held accountable.
While waiting for the police, you should gather relevant information to help substantiate your claims and hold the other party responsible. Gather the following information.
- Name, phone number, and addresses of the drivers involved
- Contact information of passengers and witnesses
- Pictures of the accident scene, any sustained injury, and vehicle damage
- Insurance company name and policy numbers for the involved drivers
- Contact details of the responding police
After You Leave the Accident Scene
After you have left the scene of the accident, do the following.
- See a doctor
- Understand state laws and insurance coverage
- Contact a personal injury lawyer from Palace Law
Do I have a Case?
If you or your loved one has been injured in an Oregon accident and the accident was the result of the other party’s negligence, you may consider filing a personal injury claim.
But how do you know whether you have a personal injury claim or not?
Many factors come into play when determining whether you have a case. But the most important thing is proof. You’ll need proof that you were injured due to the other driver’s negligence.
If you’re dealing with a workplace injury, you’ll need to gather enough evidence to substantiate your claim that the injury was the result of negligence on the part of the company or another employee. You must also have suffered damages of some type.
If you can prove that negligent actions or inactions of others caused you harm, then you have a personal injury claim. Personal injury claims are complex and require a thorough review of the facts and comprehensive documentation by a qualified attorney from Palace Law.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?
Each state has a specific time limit within which a personal injury claim should be filed. The laws that determine this time frame are called statutes of limitations and vary by jurisdiction and the type of lawsuit being filed.
In Oregon, for instance, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years.
This means you have two years from the incident date to file a lawsuit. If you don’t file your case within this time window, you’ll lose the opportunity to ever file the claim and the right to receive compensation for the injuries sustained.
What Is My Injury Case Worth?
Your settlement value will depend on many factors, including the severity of the injuries, the insurance policies available, and whether the injuries will require future medical care. A determination will be made regarding your case based on the damages.
In some cases, if a jury believes the driver’s actions were so reckless that they deserve punishment, punitive damages may also be imposed. In Oregon, such damages can be awarded for reckless behavior, including but not limited to:
- Willful and Wanton conduct
- Fraudulent conduct
- Intentionally negligent conduct
There’s no “average” personal injury settlement. Every individual is compensated based on their unique circumstances. For instance, if the accident immobilized you, making you unable to work, you may be compensated for lost wages and earning power.
How Palace Law Can Help
At Palace Law, we have been representing clients involved in personal injury cases for over 20 years. If you’ve been left to deal with the trauma associated with personal injuries alone, we can help you file a claim and receive the monetary compensation you deserve.
Palace Law offers a free consultation for all personal injury cases, and we’re available 24/7. We can even come to you if you’re too injured to travel. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you get the settlement you deserve.