Claiming Compensation For a Personal Injury

Claiming Compensation For a Personal Injury

Claiming compensation for a personal injury isn’t always easy. There are many different factors to consider when calculating damages. These include pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, emotional distress and sexual dysfunction, as well as punitive damages. Calculating damages Having an idea of the amount of compensation you’re entitled to can mean the difference […]

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How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?

How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?

Personal injury settlements come in different forms. These can be lump-sum payments or structured settlements. They are paid out in several ways, including the comparative negligence rule. This rule is important for Personal Injury Victim(s) because it limits how much compensation a person will receive for their injuries. Structured Settlements When you have been injured […]

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5 Common Personal Injury Claims Filed in Oregon

5 Common Personal Injury Claims Filed in Oregon

A personal injury claim is a type of civil lawsuit that alleges that an individual has been injured and seeks monetary or injunctive relief. Oregon law differentiates between three types of injuries: intentional, negligent, and strict liability. If a person has been injured in an intentional way, for example, by his/her own negligence, by the […]

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