Assuming this happened in Oregon, Oregon law provides that you can't get the damage component which is known as pain and suffering. You can absolutely still sue for actual monetary damages which would be medical bills past and future, and property damages. The problem that this law creates... View More

You should not post online about or otherwise discuss this incident with anyone until you speak privately with an attorney. You can seek one out on your own, or you can contact the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service. This service can refer you to a local lawyer who might be able to... View More

First of all, the opinion of a police officer is not a medical opinion. I suggest you go and get seen by someone who is also covered by your personal medical insurance so that your visit is covered either way. Your medical provider will bill your car insurance for the PIP coverage if you put... View More

If the other side knows about it, of course it will effect it. For one thing (DUII is not my area of practice) if one is convicted of DUII (which includes drugs and includes riding a bicycle) in an accident, you cannot recover anything in that accident for non-economic damages, i.e. pain and... View More

No--that is like saying driving with a minor vehicle infraction gives someone license to hit you. The question is who was where when. Both backing, both may be at fault. If there are injuries, contact a member of the Oregon Assn for Justice-=they give free consults.

You are getting the run around because you don't have an Attorney representing you. Yes, absolutely your have the right to turn in the middle turn lane and other drivers can only use that lane to start and finish turns, not for direct travel. That's why the guy got the ticket. But... View More

i would hope that you have car insurance and your insurance company is defending you. The majority of these case will settle at or below your policy limits assuming you have insurance. If the damages were very severe and could exceed your policy limits you could be at risk.

You can... View More

Insurance companies will say all sorts of BS to get out of paying a claim and Geico is notorious for playing games. I can't really tell from reading your description what the fault would be but usually a Personal Injury Lawyer would be willing to talk to you at no charge and evaluate the case... View More

It is hard to say what the other driver will do and it is very unfortunate that you don't have insurance as the insurance would have defended you. You could go and talk to an attorney now to develop your defense strategy or you could just wait and see what happens. I want to warn you that... View More

I would coordinate filling out and filing the accident report with your employer. Just make sure it gets done if it is required under Oregon Law. Note: note very accident requires the filing of an accident report with Oregon DMV. Accidents with very little or no damage to the vehicles and no... View More

Uninsured motorist coverage is mandatory in Oregon. The coverage amount is the same as the bodily injury coverage in your policy unless you have specifically waived that in writing. If you agreed in writing to a reduced amount of coverage, you still must have UM coverage of at least $25,000. I... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2018

Most attorneys will provide a free consultation. Contact a local attorney to find out your legal rights as to compensation and coverage for property damage and / or personal injuries. While AVVO is a wonderful forum, it is not a substitute for having the legal advice from an attorney as to the... View More

It is really confusing to figure out what is going on and whether you still have a viable claim. Call and attorney and make an appointment to discuss this in person and bring all your documents including emails and text messages that show what was discussed and what was agreed to. It is an... View More

Talk to a lawyer who handles estates. He can write the jerk.

If he has insurance under Oregon Law the insurance company is required to quickly settle the damage claim with you. If you have full coverage you can just use your own insurance, pay the deductible, and wait for your insurance company to deal with the other drive and your insurance. They will... View More

First of all make sure you understand what your lawyer is stating about your agreement. Most agreements have an additional clause that the client must pay expenses out of the client's share of the recovery. So if that is what is going on your share would be 1/2 minus the expenses. There... View More

You may be in a tough position in certain regards if you were driving without insurance, this is the case whether you knew about it or not. In Oregon, you are barred from recovering non-economic damages for a loss that occurs while driving uninsured. There are certain exceptions, but this can get... View More

I am sure that he turned it over to his insurance or the Zipcar insurance. Someone will call you and ask you to pay the bill. Don't be suckered however. Only pay the repair bill if it includes a complete release of ALL LIABILITY for the accident and from the driver. Keep in mind that this... View More

The fact that the injured bicyclist was not wearing a protective helmet would not be an issue that could diminish the the value of the case to the plaintiff who was injured. In fact, most lawyers would submit a motion in limine to prevent the lack of a helmet to be introduced as a factor in the... View More

I don't know what you mean by the date in service is wrong? Service is the day they hand you the papers, not the day the papers you were handed were signed. There will be another document that will be filed with the court which should have the correct date of service when it hits the court.... View More