The law in Oregon allows those harmed by others to take legal action in certain cases. Oftentimes, someone hurt due to the omissions or misconduct of another person takes action on their own behalf. However, sometimes people die after an incident, like a car crash,...
Wrongful Death
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Oregon?
The bad decisions of one party can result in major negative consequences for others. Both businesses and individuals can engage in conduct that might lead to someone dying. A business might fail to maintain vehicles in a commercial fleet, and issues with a vehicle...
Why insurance often isn’t enough after a fatal car crash
Car insurance protects individual drivers against liability and the general public against the financial devastation that often comes from major motor vehicle collisions. Those affected by a recent crash likely understand that they can file a claim and that the driver...
The civil path to justice after a deadly car crash
Any time members of your family leave the house and drive or ride in motor vehicles, there is a tiny degree of risk that they won't come home again. Although most motor vehicle trips are uneventful, they sometimes end in tragedy. If a member of your immediate family...