When someone causes a car accident in Oregon, they face penalties that include financial liability for damages and, if they were uninsured, a mandatory SR-22 filing and license suspension. If reckless driving contributed to the crash, the at-fault driver could also be subject to criminal penalties, especially if they tried to flee the scene afterward.Read More
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Uninsured Driver Accident in Oregon: What You Should Do
According to a study by the Insurance Information Institute, approximately 14.7% of Oregon drivers are uninsured. While this does fall below the national average of 15.4%, it doesn’t change the fact that car accidents involving these drivers can be complicated to resolve. Since Oregon is an at-fault state for auto accidents, it’s natural to expectRead More
The High Risk of Leg Injuries for Motorcyclists: Causes and Prevention
Motorcycle riding offers freedom and adventure that attracts hundreds of enthusiasts across Oregon. When you’ve been working in an office, retail business, or even at home all day, a ride through the Tillamook State Forest or along I-84 can be genuinely refreshing. However, there are also risks involved: motorists don’t always watch out for bikers,Read More
Personal Injury Vs. Bodily Injury: Understanding the Difference
If you’ve been in an accident and are now filing an insurance claim, you’re going to run across the legal terms ‘personal injury’ and ‘bodily injury.’ They sound similar, which is why people often use them interchangeably. However, they actually have very different meanings. Knowing which type of claim applies to your situation can affectRead More
7 Common Oregon Bicycle Accident Scenarios and Effective Strategies to Avoid Them
Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or just enjoying the outdoors, bicycle travel in Oregon can be an amazing experience. But sharing the road with cars, trucks, and even other cyclists comes with collision risks. Even the safest riders can find themselves in dangerous situations if they’re not aware of common accident scenarios. At Harris Velázquez Gibbens,Read More
