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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 
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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
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
answered on Oct 22, 2024
This is a horrible situation, and I hope that you are finding ways to manage despite the limitations. There could be liabiity for acting without your consent or perhaps outside of the scope of what is accepted standard of practice in the community. Bad outcomes don't automatically equate to... View More
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
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
I was coerced into facing the grand jury for my partner and was told if i didn't go in front of them and speak up about what happened, then I would be charged with a crime. I did not want to go, nor did I ever want to press charges, let alone have a no contact blessed on us. It's... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2024
It is very common for victims of DV to later recant and/or want no contact orders lifted. Very rarely is that granted. You can try talking with her attorney to see if you can do anything to help her legal position but ultimately, the legal process will play out and you can't alter it very... View More
In determining the cash on hand for a trust, the bank has $66k, together with payment of $33k made by said person/beneficiary, is $99k to be divided in 3 equal shares, = $33k per beneficiary. Then the $33k is subtracted from the beneficiary share? How is that?
answered on Oct 2, 2024
To give you an accurate answer an attorney would need a lot more information. However, based on what you have written it sounds like one beneficiary owes the Trust $33,000 and the Trust bank account holds $66,000. Since the Trust is evidently to be split in three equal shares, the beneficiary who... View More
Of course, there's more details just don't know where to begin. Guy may have accessed personal records including vehicle title, won't return my calls.
answered on Sep 30, 2024
If you have clearly communicated to your friend that you want your vehicle returned then I would call the non-emergency number for your local police to report it stolen. The issue of the repairs will have to be dealt with separately. It's possible that your friend could sue you in small... View More
My building has a valet trash service that picks up trash outside our doors each evening. I signed an addendum for that service when I signed my lease. They changed the service now requiring tenants to schedule a pick up time and hand their trash directly to the pickup person. I always carry my... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2024
Are you month to month or under a long term lease? If the lease addendum lays out the specific service that they provide (leave trash outside your apt and we pick it up each night, or some such) then that's what they need to provide for the term of your lease. If they aren't able to... View More
Can I file a Breach Of Fiducary duth in my county?
I plan to file a Breach of Fiducary Duty in a probate case, I am the only heir in the State and would like to file the breach in my county as opposed to the county where my Mother died, can I do that?
Does the Breach need to be... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
Given your scenario and the general principles discussed, here's how you might approach filing a breach of fiduciary duty claim in Oregon:
Venue for Filing:
Probate Court: If your claim directly involves the administration of your mother's estate or the duties of an... View More
I had a Mt. Bike accident in 2021. I landed in my head & right shoulder & was unconscious for a short time.
I was taken to local ER, I had an obvious head injury but was not given a concussion test. Only focus was on clavicle break. Surgery to fix clavicle a few days later &... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
Based on the information provided and general legal principles here's how you might approach this situation:
Legal Basis for a Claim:
Standard of Care: Emergency rooms are expected to follow a standard of care, which includes assessing and treating all injuries, especially when... View More
To clarify, I'm asking about video recording with audio.
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answered on Sep 15, 2024
In Oregon, the law regarding recording conversations or activities in private areas like bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms without the consent of all parties involved is complex due to recent legal developments:
General Law: Oregon law traditionally required the consent of all parties... View More
I was involved in a 3 car minor crash, I hit the car in front of me at a light I was going maybe 2 miles an hour if that, the light was green for 3 seconds then turned red I wasn't paying attention in that exact moment causing me to hit the vehicle in front of me and him hitting the car in... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
In the context of Oregon law, which can be generalized to understand similar legal frameworks elsewhere, a "hit and run" with injury involves a driver leaving the scene of an accident where they have caused injury or death without fulfilling their legal obligations.
There might... View More
I have photos of signage as well as screen shots of the horrible things said on social media.
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Yes, in Oregon, you can potentially sue for defamation if someone falsely accuses you of being a pervert recording children on social media.
Defamation involves making a false statement that harms someone's reputation. In your case, being falsely labeled as a pervert recording... View More
They also lie about products being new and sealed
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Paying a 13-year-old under the table involves several legal and ethical issues, primarily centered around labor laws, tax evasion, and child labor regulations:
In the U.S., the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets strict guidelines on when, for how long, and under what conditions minors can... View More
It is from March 2018, only that one felony. I’m coming up on 7 years, I have no other charges, I finished my probation March 2020 and everything is paid off. I know I am able to do the process myself but what is the risk of doing it without a lawyer? Any other information you can give me on the... View More
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Yes, it is possible to attempt to get a Theft I charge expunged without a lawyer, but the difficulty can vary significantly based your exact circumstances.
Typically, you might need to meet certain criteria like having completed all terms of your sentence (including probation or parole),... View More
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
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
answered on Sep 6, 2024
You should receive an annual trustee's report. Upon your request the trustee has a reasonable time to provide you with relevant trust information. Depending on the complexity of the trust assets and what information you have requested I would expect a response in three to six weeks.... View More
Clarification - Wed., August 28, Signed Contract, Thurs., August 29, Signed Addendum for financing. Signed papers to NOT go through with purchase on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Friday and Saturday count, Sunday does not count, Monday doesn't count because it's a National Holiday. When does the 3... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2024
I am providing a qualified piece of information here because you have not specified what type of contract it is (Home purchase, condominium purchase, car purchase, something else?).
Assuming this is a home purchase you speak of, Oregon generally provides for the right of rescission on a... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2024
What does your lease say? Your landlord's water is presumably metered and hooked up to your pipes. How is the neighbor's water acquired? Do you have septic or does your neighbor provide some sort of sewer service as well? Since water and sewer are frequently billed together by the... View More
We move out by the 23rd of September, gave our 30 day notice on the 22nd. Rent is due the 1st of each month. Will we have to pay for all of September, or just through the 23rd? We are moving because we have had bed bugs for 6 months and they have done little to nothing to solve the problem(they... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2024
First, depending upon the details, notice given to the landlord, etc., you may have claims back at the landlord for failing to remedy the bedbug issues. If you want to consider that, review things with a local landlord-tenant attorney.
As for pro-rating the rent, yes, if you have noticed... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2024
Of course you can - if you stole it to begin with. But you are a lot less likely to be charged and if you are, it likely would be a reduced charge or the D.A. is likely to agree to a much more favorable plea bargain than they would if you knowingly refuse to return the dog you stole.
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