Getting into a car accident is a stressful experience, and the aftermath often leaves victims wondering how they’ll cover medical bills, lost wages, and other unexpected expenses. In Oregon, a crucial piece of your auto insurance policy can provide immediate relief: Personal Injury Protection, commonly known as PIP coverage. At Dawson Law
Understanding Loss of Earning Capacity: Your Path to Full Compensation
When an unexpected injury, caused by someone else’s negligence, turns your life upside down, the immediate concerns are often obvious: medical bills, pain and suffering, and the wages you miss while recovering. These are all critical aspects of any personal injury claim. However, a less understood, yet profoundly impactful, component of compensation
Understanding Non-Economic and Economic Damages in Portland
When you’re injured in an accident, the financial toll is only part of the burden. Emotional pain, physical suffering, and long-term lifestyle changes can weigh heavily on victims and their families. In Portland, personal injury law provides two categories of compensation to help address these consequences: economic and non-economic damages. Understanding these
Who Is Responsible for Airplane Accidents?
Airplane accidents are legally complex incidents because of all the parties that can potentially be held responsible should such an accident occur. The pilot, the owner of the aircraft, the manufacturer of the aircraft, the air traffic controller, and those who repair or maintain the aircraft, may all be found negligent when
Who is liable in a product liability case and to whom?
Defective or dangerous products cause many injuries annually. Product liability law is used to help an injured person to recover damages from a manufacturer or seller who is being held liable for placing a defective product in their hands. When a product is dangerous or defective, a product liability lawsuit can be
What to Do After a Boating Accident
Boating accidents are not uncommon in areas where boat traffic is high, especially during weekends and holidays. If you have been involved in a boating accident, it’s important to know what you should do after the accident in order to protect yourself. The law requires that all boating accidents in which someone
What happens if a cyclist causes an accident?
In many bicycle accidents, the motorist is at fault. However, bicyclists who do fail to follow the rules of the road can be held liable for these accidents too. A bicycle accident attorney can investigate the particulars of an accident in order to prove who was at fault. If you or a
What do you do if you hit a cyclist?
If you have hit a bicyclist with your vehicle, this can be a scary and stressful situation. It’s important that you react quickly as this will keep everyone’s safety first in mind. Call 911 and ensure that everyone gets the medical help that they need. Make sure that everyone is out of
What Classifies as a Catastrophic Injury?
A catastrophic injury is a serious injury that can result from any type of serious accident. Many individuals injured this way cannot work for a long period of time and in severe cases, ever again. A catastrophic injury lawyer in Portland has the experience, skills, and resources necessary to represent those that
What are the most common medical malpractice claims?
When you seek professional medical help, you expect that you will be properly taken care of. While most medical professionals do their best to give the best possible care, mistakes do happen. In some cases, these mistakes can lead to life-changing consequences. If a patient isn’t treated properly, a medical professional may