Personal Injury Blog

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) reports that an average of 41 motorcyclists are seriously injured each year in the area, with roughly ten suffering fatalities in motorcycle crashes in the same time frame. Those numbers may not sound high at first until you realize that only about 250 collisions involving motorcycles occur in...

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of back pain and serious back injuries. Even a minor crash can cause serious injuries that leave you with chronic pain, reduced quality of life, and disability. Sometimes, back injuries are obvious right after an accident, but it may be days or even weeks before back...

Those living with a disability may be entitled to Social Security benefits and other compensation. When it comes to applying for benefits, understanding the most common disabilities that may qualify for benefits can help you determine whether to apply. These conditions can pose significant daily challenges that may impact your ability to work and...

If you need a lawyer, one of the most pressing questions is, “How much will it cost to hire an attorney?” The short answer is that it depends on the type of case or legal matter you need help with. That said, you can get an estimate of how much a lawyer will cost...

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...