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We believe that seeing both sides of cases helps us achieve better results for our clients.
A Track Record of Excellent Results
Excellent results in high-stake cases: We have recovered over $5 million in verdicts & settlements since 2019.
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Portland Car Accident Lawyer
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Car Accident Lawyer in Portland, Oregon
Choosing the Best Car Accident Lawyer in Portland, OR
If you or a loved one have been injured in an auto accident in or around Portland, it’s important to hire a Portland car accident attorney immediately. At the Dawson Law Group, we understand the losses and damages associated with these types of accidents in Oregon. Our team of car accident lawyers will work aggressively to help you recover the compensation that your injuries warrant, protecting your legal rights along the way.
Our car accident attorneys have years of experience representing car accident victims. They can help you uncover the cause of your accident, determining who’s at fault for your injuries, and gather the evidence needed (including accident reports or witness testimony) to make your case as strong as possible. We also can navigate the legal process for you while you take the time you need to recover from your injuries.
There are countless law firms throughout Portland. However, what makes Dawson Law Group different than other attorneys is what sets us apart. We are excellent litigators as we have years of experience handling traumatic accidents and injury lawsuits. We also are thorough. We are committed to getting you maximum compensation. Our legal team is compassionate and give you the support you need while you take the time to heal and recovery from your injuries.
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Whatever the cause of your accident in Portland, our legal team at Dawson Law Group can help you to get the compensation you deserve for your losses and injuries.
What to Do After a Car Accident
Many people wonder what do I do after I’m in an accident. First, seek medical attention. This not only important for your health, but also substantives that your injuries were a result of your accident. Also, gather evidence if you can at the accident whether photos or witness testimony that can be used later. Report your accident to your insurance company as soon as possible. Never admit fault and stick to the facts when speaking with an insurance adjuster.
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Our Results
Recovered amount for a client injured in an industrial accident.
Insurance policy limits recovered for a client injured in an accident.
UM Auto Accident settlement
Victim of an auto accident vs. drunk driver and bar that served a visibly intoxicated patron
Arbitration award for auto case
Recovered amount for a client injured in an industrial accident.
Reviews & Testimonials
Bryan Dawson was a great help to me in settling a personal injury case. He was prompt, transparent, and professional. I really appreciated his honesty in what to expect and what the risks were with any decision I made...
My experience was excellent working with Bryan. I was very worried about my situation and sent an email. In a very short time Bryan called me, listened to my situation with nothing but professionalism. Explained simply to me the law and all the sinceraios I needed to understand...
Bryan Dawson and his team are great to work with. Bryan is very knowledgeable and helped me on a really complicated claim involving 2 different accidents. I would have never been able to accomplish anywhere close to what they did...
Dawson Law Group consists of great attorneys providing the best help for those in need of attorneys.
I have worked with Bryan Dawson on numerous cases in the past and have found him and his firm to be professional and highly competent. I would recommend the Dawson Law Group to anyone looking for excellent legal representation.
We contacted Bryan Dawson in 2012, after a family tragedy. Bryan’s prompt and compassionate response, coupled with his highly professional service, gave us all the reassurance we needed that we found the right law office...
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How a Car Accident Attorney
Can Help Recover Damages
A Portland car accident attorney can be an important resource during a lawsuit. Not only can we guide you through the legal process that we are well-versed in, but also can help you to understand what you’re owed in terms of damages. A car crash lawyer from The Dawson Law Group can help injured car accident victims recover damages, such as lost wages due to missed work, permanent loss of income, past/future medical bills or treatment costs, and pain and suffering. Our legal team also understands the statute of limitations associated with personal injury in the state of Oregon. Injured victims in the state usually have just two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Car accident statute of limitations in Oregon
If you met with a car accident in Oregon and face injuries or your vehicle suffers damages, you must consider your options for getting compensation. A “statute of limitations” is a set of norms determined by a state, and it refers to the strict time limit for bringing a lawsuit to the court. According to the state of Oregon, an injured person must file a claim within two years from the date of the crash. You might have a slightly more extended deadline if someone died in the accident. In such cases, you must file a wrongful death lawsuit within three years from the date of the underlying injury.
In case of just vehicle damage, you have up to six years to file a claim. Even if you have enough reasons to believe that the car insurance claim process will resolve your case, you should still leave yourself plenty of time to file a lawsuit to have more leverage during settlement talks. Speak to an experienced Portland car accident attorney for help with filing a claim within the deadline.
Comparative negligence in Oregon car accident cases
If you suffer severe injuries in a car accident in the state of Oregon, you can take your case to court. If, after hearing all the evidence, the jury decides that the accident occurred as a result of both your party’s negligence, you can still recover damages in your car-accident-related lawsuit. However, the award you receive will diminish following your share of negligence.
Also, you may not receive an award at all, if your level of fault exceeds that of the other driver. This law is called the comparative negligence rule, and the judge, jury members, and the car insurance claims adjuster will follow it when evaluating your case. Remember that there are no empirical means of allocating fault. So, it all boils down to your lawyer’s negotiation skills when it comes to assigning liability and persuading a claims adjuster, judge, or jury.
Causes of Auto Accidents
The cause of a car accident may have some impact on the type of car accident that happens and the severity of the accident. Some of the most common car accident types include head-on collisions, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, fender benders, sideswiped, t-bone crashes, and rollovers. Whatever the cause of your accident in Portland, our legal team at Dawson Law Group can help you to get the compensation you deserve for your losses and injuries.
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Schedule a Free Consultation Today to Discuss Your Accident
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a car accident in or around Portland, it’s important to call our legal team as quickly as possible. We have years of experience and the necessary resources needed to represent you successfully. Our accident lawyers can represent injured victims of all ages, no matter the type of injuries sustained. We are well-versed in comparative negligence law and know how to strategize a case so that our clients get the compensation they deserve. To learn more and to schedule a free legal consultation, call our law office today at (503) 656-0400.
With decades of experience in representing wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, Dawson Law Group is one of the top law firms in Portland. Our Portland car accident attorney Ben Larson has over ten years of experience and has helped his clients recover millions of dollars in compensation.