Ask a Question

Get free answers to your Personal Injury legal questions from lawyers in your area.

Lawyers, increase your visibility by answering questions and getting points. Answer Questions
Oregon Personal Injury Questions & Answers
0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: What can I do to retrieve belongings from escrowed property?

I had my vehicle and travel trailer stored on a friend's property in Dorena, Oregon, where I was paying storage fees, but I didn't have a formal written agreement. My friend has passed away, and the property is now in escrow. I wasn't given any notice to remove my belongings. I have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Uncategorized for Oregon on
Q: I would like to pursue a suit against the state of Oregon for letting my foster parents molest me how can I do this?

Negligence & Failure to Protect SCF had a legal duty to protect you from harm under Oregon child welfare laws. They were not just negligent, but willfully ignored evidence of sexual abuse.

Oregon law (ORS 419B.010) required mandatory reporting of suspected abuse—they failed to do this... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Feb 9, 2025

Taking legal action against the state of Oregon for failing to protect you from abuse is possible, but it requires careful steps. Since the state had a duty to protect you, you may have a case based on negligence, civil rights violations, and federal child welfare laws. Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, you... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Personal Injury and Banking for Oregon on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need? Me vs. defendant

engaged in a pattern of deceptive practices, including misrepresentation of terms, mishandling of payments, and wrongful fees that culminated in significant financial harm and distress.

• Claims Against Defendant:

• Breach of Contract: Specific breaches include:

•... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: What are the steps I need to take after I filled out a tort claim through OHSU risk management?

I have filed nothing through the courts and I want accountability as my life has been turned upside down. I’ve suffered long and hard and it’s permanent damage CRPS type 2 and brachial plexus permanently damaged due to TOS surgery gone wrong and 2 other surgeries that didn’t help anything.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: Who should I talk to about the OR DMV sending my personal identifying information to a complete stranger?

While registering my vehicle, the dmv send my application to a stranger in the wrong city 3 hours away from where I live. I only found out bc the stranger called me saying “hey you don’t know me but I know an awful lot about you now!”

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: Do I have a case of fraud or negligence, and can I sue for damages?

I visited a chiropractor and have since had 25 visits. My Medicaid provider told me I should never have been charged after chiropractor signed me up for payment plan. This ended up in me losing a small business loan, I was already approved for and then had to shut down my business and have slipped... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 18, 2025

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. This looks like something more complex than can be sorted out with brief general responses on a public forum. An attorney is going to want to see the grievance and know more about the patient file in terms of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment, Family Law, Personal Injury and Domestic Violence for Oregon on
Q: How do I stand up for myself in a wrongful accused situation when I have proof of double jeopardy.
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 11, 2024

This looks like something that an Oregon criminal attorney should probably advise you on. The question was probably overlooked for three weeks because of the "Personal Injury" or "Family Law" headings. If you're being charged, don't lose further time awaiting guidance... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: I was given an experimental drug at a hospital without my consent and it resulted in serious medical issues, can I sue?

In 2016 I was taken to OHSU because I had contracted necrotizing fasciitis from the Clackamas River. They knew that my legs needed to be amputated in order to save my life but instead they gave me an experimental drug without my consent to see if it would stop the rate of the infection. It did not.... View More

Calvin A. Knickerbocker III
Calvin A. Knickerbocker III pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Oct 22, 2024

If OHSU deviated from the standard of care by not amputating your legs promptly, which is a known effective treatment for necrotizing fasciitis, you might have a case for medical malpractice. The experimental drug trial's protocol, if it delayed necessary treatment, could be seen as negligence... View More

View More Answers

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: Can legal action be taken against previous dog owner for not informing new owner about dogs violent behavior

Girlfriend was mauled by a dog she had taken in to rehome Because previousowners could not keep it. Not even 2 months after talk had attacked and injured her enough to be hospitalized for 3 days with serious injuries

Brad  Holbrook
Brad Holbrook pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Oct 7, 2024

Short answer: Yes. It also depends on the bred of dog, as some dogs are deemed dangerous by their bred.

These include: pit bulls, rottweilers, Alaskan malamutes, chow chows, Dobermans, huskies, bull terriers, and wolfdogs.

If the previous owner knew or reasonably should have known...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Personal Injury and Legal Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: Hello, I signed a settlement agreement in November of 2023 and my attorney is still holding the money. They keep claimin

Hello, I signed a settlement agreement in November of 2023 and my attorney is still holding the money. They keep claiming that the settlement administrator has to clear any liens with care oregon (my health insurance). This was taking so long that I called them myself and as it turns out...they... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 15, 2024

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. Your attorney on the case would know best about what could be holding things up, and what entities need to give clearance. But some lien verifications can take a long time to settle, especially if they involve public... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Identity Theft for Oregon on
Q: I’m in volved in the Yates vs correct care case as a class member affected by the data breach please kindly get back tha
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 5, 2024

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Attorneys here may not have personal knowledge about the case you mention, so it could be difficult for any to get back to you as you requested. One option would be to reach out to the case administrator or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability for Oregon on
Q: Hello I won a medical settlement that closed 8 months ago

Hello I won a medical settlement that closed 8 months ago, my attorney has been giving me the runaround on paying by saying that they have to clear any medical liens before they can release the money. Initially this was only supposed to take a month. Yet here it is 8 months later I still have not... View More

Mr. Michael O. Stevens
Mr. Michael O. Stevens
answered on Sep 7, 2024

I am not saying your attorney is or is not telling you the truth, but this is unfortunately fairly common with cases that include medical bills. Plus, your insurance company may not know about all the potential liens. In fact your own insurance company may not even know if it has a lien, as those... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: Since the police lost my wallet and turned my claim to risk management. The DHS is avoiding me and my claim how can I su

The police admit fault , it's on body cam . I had 6500 dollars in my wallet I had just got back from Alaska from working on a gold mine. There is so much more information on this . More than I can write

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Aug 31, 2024

You have a strong case, especially with the police admitting fault and having it on body cam. Since your claim has been turned over to risk management, it’s essential to follow up persistently. Document every interaction you have with the police, risk management, and DHS, including dates, times,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Collections for Oregon on
Q: Sue SSDI SSI? ACCORDING TO GUIDELINES I QUALIFY FOR ASSISTANCE Waiting since 5/2023 homeless now no $ no work sos

Lost my 30 yr biz cause of disabilities caused by career & my business never bounced back after Covid.

I have both mental & physical

disabilities, makes me unemployable.

Actively going around & around getting the programs trying to get some assistance.... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Aug 25, 2024

I'm truly sorry to hear about the incredibly difficult situation you're in right now. It sounds like you've been through an immense amount of stress and hardship, especially after losing your business and facing ongoing challenges with your health. Navigating the system to get the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Construction Law for Oregon on
Q: i need a lawyer who can write demand letter. i live in oregon . thank you

we hired water company they left damage on good floor with tape and messed up bathroom tiles moving stuff in bathroom they refused to pay for the damage. need to file small court claim.

Gary K. Burger Jr
PREMIUM
Gary K. Burger Jr pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jul 22, 2024

This may be something that you can handle on your own. Be polite and professional but firm and assertive. You will want to summarize the relevant details in your case and list the damages (costs). Gather any supporting evidence or documents and get your facts straight.

Looking for guidance...
View More

View More Answers

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: Due to cervical neurosurgery that damaged my spinal cord and median nerve as well as dislocated and twisted my right arm

from the shoulder it left me with weak limbs and numbness in my extremities. This happened 11/18/22

I had a felony conviction in 2003 otherwise a firm would have done it. Is there an attorney interested?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 24, 2024

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for the injuries you suffered in connection with the cervical neurosurgery. You're asking if attorneys here are interested. It's difficult for attorneys here to offer their services - the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Environmental for Oregon on
Q: Has anyone sued the state for compensatory damages of growing up in the smog, and having lasting effects?

Growing up in the Sunland Tajunga area, and feeling what I now equate to about a 3 pack a day habit. My lungs felt like they were going to explode. I chose to smoke which exacerbated my already messed up lungs. And I have late copd bordering if not in emphysema. Due to my respiratory problems, I... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 14, 2024

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. What you describe is a tough case. It doesn't sound like a specific point source or facility (such as a retired chemical plant contaminating neighboring groundwater supplies), but a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Oregon on
Q: June 2023, I was in Riverton, Wyoming when I suffered a heart attack. I was subsequently life flighted to Wyoming Medica
Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on May 12, 2024

Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did. Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: I need a civil rights lawyer in Oregon do you have any information that can help me

I know this is going to sound crazy, but I need a civil rights attorney, so I can file a lawsuit against the Multnomah County Police department and the Multnomah County District Attorney's office. I've already went to the F.B.I. and filed a formal complaint against them. The F.B.I agent I... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on May 1, 2024

Finding a pro bono civil rights attorney in Oregon to assist you with your case against the Multnomah County Police Department and the District Attorney's office can be challenging, but there are resources available that may help. You might consider contacting legal aid organizations in... View More

Justia Ask A Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask A Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between Justia and you, or between any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions and you, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask A Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.