Personal Injury Blog

Attorneys act as representatives for their clients in court, making arguments and statements based on their client’s position in a case. The arguments an attorney can make to advance their case depend on the facts of the case and conversations between the attorney and client.  To develop a legal strategy and do their jobs...

The federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate a commercial vehicle. Obtaining a CDL is more challenging than getting a non-CDL driver’s license. More in-depth skills and knowledge tests are required, as well as specific training, health screening, and background checks.  Here’s an overview of the three...

A jury duty summons is a common source of stress and dread for many Portland citizens. Being on a jury can be a big time commitment, especially if you end up on a trial that lasts for weeks.  Even if you want to do your civic duty, the reality is that jury duty can...

Consent is an important issue in certain kinds of personal injury cases, such as many based on medical malpractice. In Oregon, failure to obtain informed consent can constitute medical malpractice even if the procedure was otherwise medically justified.  Two forms of consent are relevant: express consent and implied consent. Either form can be used...

After a car accident, you may wonder whether you really need a personal injury lawyer. Some cases really are as simple as submitting a claim to the insurance company and waiting for the proceeds. Many injury cases are more complicated, though. What if the insurance company blames you for the crash? What if their...