Personal Injury

Many people think of slip and fall accidents as minor. But each year, these accidents cause far more harm than most expect. In Oregon and across the country, falls are a serious safety issue, with national statistics showing they kill tens of thousands of people every year and lead to over $50 billion in medical…

As a Portland resident, you’re used to life just minutes from the Washington state line. It’s common for Portland residents to cross over the Columbia River into Washington on a regular basis, whether for work, entertainment, shopping, or dining. But while life in Portland and Washington may feel similar, they do not have the same…

You’ve been hit by a car, suffered a slip and fall, or been involved in another type of accident in Oregon. In the back of your mind, you’re rerunning the incident, wondering if you played any role in what happened—and if so, if that prevents you from recovering any compensation. Oregon’s modified comparative negligence laws…

Your phone dings while you wait for the doctor, and sympathy floods your feed: heart emojis, inside jokes, maybe a photo from last summer. It feels comforting, but every post you tap could give an insurance company ammunition. After an injury claim starts, social media stops being casual chatter. Insurers hire investigators who scroll, screenshot,…

When people talk about personal injury, the focus almost always lands on the physical effects, like broken bones, herniated discs, and concussions. You get X-rays, MRIs, and maybe even surgery. There’s a tangible wound. It’s visible. It can be measured and tracked. However, there’s an element of an injury that often gets overlooked and goes…

Washington and Oregon are both known for their fun and adventurous outdoor activities. If you live in one of these states, the chances are that you will likely take some time this winter to get out there and enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. While it is always a good idea to get…

Accidents such as car crashes can completely upend your life. Instead of focusing on work and other commitments, your entire existence may need to shift to healing and recovering. The costs related to medical treatment are often extensive. However, they are not the only financial strain placed on those who suffer personal injuries. The harm…

Elon Musk’s Neuralink made headlines this year after the company successfully implanted a device into a patient during its early human trials. The first patient, then 29-year-old Nolan Arbaugh, is a quadriplegic. After getting the implant, he could control a computer with his thoughts. Despite some setbacks, the second human trial is now underway. The…