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​ Have you been through an accident recently, and are wondering if you should hire an attorney? Choosing a lawyer should involve more than just picking the first firm off the Google search results. We'll walk you through how to find a personal injury lawyer - and the right one!

As a car accident lawyer in Bend, Oregon, I hear stories about automotive mishaps all day long. One of the most frequently asked questions is always: "how to submit medical bills to an auto insurance if I've been injured in an accident"? I'll guide you with this blog post. There are some definite steps to observe. Here's your easy guide.

More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the U.S. And children make up at least 50% of victims, with dogs often biting the face and mouth areas. So it's a good idea to be informed about Oregon dog bite law - and we're here to keep you in the know.

On October 1, 2017, the Oregon Distracted Driving Law came into full effect on its streets and highways. A November 2019 study, comparing the nation's texting-while-driving laws, concluded that Oregon now has the strictest rules in place in the US. Let's look at exactly what the law allows - and doesn't allow.

Riding a motorcycle gives you a sense of freedom and adventure. While a romantic idea, getting to the point of being able to actually firing up your metal steed requires knowing and adhering to few rules. Enter the Oregon motorcycle law. Here's what you need to know.

What are punitive damages - and should you seek them out? Because punitive damages are designed to not reward anyone but instead punish an at-fault party, the State of Oregon takes up to 70% of recovered monies. Here's all you need to know about punitive damages.

A judge in a California case has told the parties to a lawsuit that she intends to reduce a May 19, 2019 $2 billion punitive damage award for RoundUp to $250 million. As it turns out, it's an interesting case of compensatory vs punitive damages - and well in line with the law. Here's why.

Accidents happen every day. However, when a minor or young child is involved - or even worse, hurt - a lot of legal questions arise. In case of a settlement payout, parents or caretakers are faced with having to make a lot of decisions. We'll guide you.

Crosswalk laws can often be confusing in Oregon - particularly when faced with out-of-state pedestrians and drivers, not aware of the local rules. And maybe counter-intuitively, drivers are not always at fault in crosswalk accidents. So here are a few really important things to know about Oregon pedestrian crosswalk laws.

In my practice as an auto accident attorney, I frequently untangle Oregon's complex auto insurance laws for my clients. For example: what is UIM? And who pays your medical bills after a car accident, and under which scenario? I'll unpack it for you.

So you've been in a car accident. No matter the impact of your injuries, you're likely faced with medical bills, have missed work, and owe your babysitter for childcare while you were in the hospital. You're in luck however: there is this thing called Personal Injury Protection Insurance - or PIP. And whether you knew it or not - you've already paid for it, and will be able to reap the benefits. How does it work here in Oregon? Let me explain.

With its ever-changing scenery and (largely) unpopulated roads, Oregon is a joy to experience from the saddle of a bicycle. But if you ride a lot or in dense city traffic, you also know how vulnerable you are. Here’s are the rules and laws you should be aware of if you frequently ride a bicycle in Oregon.