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Accidental Drowning
- Portland Pool and Drowning Accidents
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Bicycle Accidents
- Common Bicycle Accident Injuries and Causes
- 10 Ways to Protect Yourself Against Bicycle Accidents
- Biking Portland’s Protests
- As Bike Riding Surges Due to Pandemic, Be Aware of Bicycle Accident Risks
- Protecting Children Against Bicycle Accidents
- Six Common Bicycle Accident Injuries
- Distraction Plays a Major Role in Bicycle Accidents
- Bicycle Deliveries Thrive During Pandemic But Drivers Need to Take Precautions
- Dos and Don’ts of Bicycle Accidents in Portland
- Protecting Bicyclists Who Are Most at Risk
- Bike Safety Tips to Stay Healthy
- Ways You Can Protect Yourself Against Bicycle Accidents at Night
- Preventing Bicycle Accidents in Portland on Group Rides
- Four Common Ways Bicycle Accidents in Portland Happen
- Safety Improvements Aimed at Reducing Bicycle Accidents in the Portland Area
- New Bicycle Law in Portland Could Create Hazards At Intersections
- Is Santa Bringing Little Ones a New Bike for the Holidays? Check Out Our Safety Tips to Prevent Bike Accidents and Injuries
- In Aftermath of Fatal Bike Accident in Vancouver, Follow These Safety Tips to Keep Your Child Safe
- Cell Phones Pose Risks To Portland Drivers, Bicyclists and Pedestrians
- Concerns Over Safety as E-Scooter Injuries Increase
- Naked Bike Ride Participant Filed Lawsuit After Bike Accident Results In Serious Injuries
- Bicycle Safety Tips for Biking/Commuting in Vancouver, WA
- Oregon’s New Bike Sales Tax and What It Means for Bicyclists and Pedestrians
- MIPS Helmets Making a Difference for Bicyclists and Motorcyclists
- Bicycle Parking Corrals in Downtown Portland
- Street Dangers For Motorcyclists And Bicyclists
- Bicycle Safety On the Road
- Winter Cycling Safety Tips
- Bicycle Helmets in Portland: Necessary or Not?
- Bike Riding in Inclement Weather in Portland
- Things to See & Do on a Bicycle in Portland
- Bicycle vs. Airplane Safety in Portland
Birth Injury
- Antidepressants & Pregnancy
- Five Common Birth Injuries in Oregon
- Prescription Drugs & Birth Injury in Portland
Brain Injuries
- Head Injuries: Warning Signs You Need To Be Alert For
- Sports-Related Head Injuries Derail Life for Portland Football Player
- Portland Bakery Shines Light on Subject of Brain Injuries
- Protecting Your Child Against Repeat Concussions
- Falls: Leading Cause of Brain Injury in Oregon
- Symptoms and Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Injuries in Legal Cases
Car Accidents
- Just One or Two Drinks Increase the Risk of Drunk Driving Car Accidents In Portland
- Should You Settle Your Car Accident Claim With Insurers?
- Problems With Pick-Ups Increase Truck Accident Risks
- Automotive Breakdowns Increase Your Car Accident Risks
- Don’t Let Summer Distract You From Car Accident Risks
- ‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ Campaign Focuses on Teen Car Accident Risks
- Protests In Portland and Police Chases Increase Car Accident Risks
- Age and Health Issues Make Car Accidents a Major Concern Among Older Adults
- Four Ways the Coronavirus Pandemic May Impact Your Car Accident Claim
- Four Dangerous Driving Behaviors that Increase Car Accident Risks During Pandemic
- During the Coronavirus Pandemic, Know What to Do in the Event of a Car Accident
- Nights and Weekends Increase Car Accident Risks for Portland Drivers
- As Other States Experience Decreases, Oregon Sees Increase in Fatal Car Accidents
- Five Factors That May Increase Odds of Fatal Teen Car Accidents In Portland
- Head-On Collision Leaves One Driver Dead, the Other With Life-Threatening Injuries
- Reducing Car Accident Risks Over Winter
- Five Common Types of Car Accidents and How They Occur
- When a Car Accident Leave Multiple Victims With Injuries
- Traveling Over the Holidays? Ways to Reduce Your Car Accident Risks
- Holiday Crowds Increase Risk of Injuries For Shoppers
- PTSD Symptoms Common After Car Accidents
- As Portland Prepares to ‘Fall Back’ for the Last Time, Be Aware of Night Driving Risks
- For Parents, Protect Children From Car Accident Injuries By Avoiding Common Distractions
- Portland Police Focus on Catching Drunk Drivers, Preventing Fatal Accidents
- What Oregonians Should Know About Defensive Driving
- Fatal Drunk Driving Accidents Make Headlines In Portland
- When You Are a Passenger in a Car Accident
- Talking to Teens About Drunk Driving
- Flatbed Takes Other Vehicle With It in Portland Rollover Accident
- Drunk Drivers Put Passengers at Risk
- Seeking Compensation Against Drunk Drivers
- PedPDX Program Aims to Increase Pedestrian Safety
- Drunk Drivers Behave Erratically Before and After a Crash
- Drunk Driving to Blame for Wrong Way Car Accident in Vancouver
- Portland Truck Accidents Provide Lessons for All Drivers
- Road Rage Suspected In Vancouver Multi-Car Accident
- Ten Tips to Protect Against Personal Injuries on Halloween
- As a Passenger, What to Do When a Drunk Driver Puts You at Risk
- Three People Injured in Street Racing Wreck in North Portland
- Three Killed in Horrible Vancouver, WA Car Accident
- Teenage Passenger Killed in Drunk Driving Wreck in Southeast Portland
- Vancouver Man Involved in Multi-Car Crash on I-205
- Drunk Driving Statistics in Oregon
- Repeat Offenders At High Risk For Causing DUI Accidents and Injuries
- Safety Tips For Older Adult Drivers
- Even One Drink Increases Motor Vehicle Accident Risks
- Parking Lot Car Accidents During the Holidays
- Rainy Portland Weather Makes Car Accidents More Likely To Occur
- Recovering from the Accidental Death of a Loved One
- Car Accidents in Vancouver vs. Portland
- Catching More Distracted & Inattentive Drivers With the Textalyzer
- Top 5 Rear Facing Seats For Your Child
- Alternative Transportation In Order to Avoid a DUI
- Rear Facing Car Seats In Oregon
- Happy Hour Not Tragedy Hour
- Taking the Vision Zero Pledge
- Common Accidents & Injuries Sustained in Wet Weather Conditions
- Best Dash Cams for the Money in 2017
- Top Automation Products to Help You Stay Focused While Driving
- What You Should Know Before Buying a Car in Oregon
- How To Handle An Accident On Private Property
- Emergency Winter Car Safety Tips
- Should You See a Doctor After a Minor Car Accident?
- Headlight ‘Halos’ and Night Glare in Portland
- How Vision Zero is Impacting Portland
- Car Safety Tips To Help Prevent Accidents
- 9 Common Causes of Car Accidents
- Obtaining a Traffic Accident Report in Portland
- Portland Pedestrian Right of Way Laws Explained
- Types of Car Crashes
- Importance of Obeying Traffic Laws in Portland
- March Madness: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk
- Most Dangerous Areas in Portland
- Hit By a Drunk Driver During Holidays
- Tips for Safe Traveling in Portland this Thanksgiving
- Criminal Penalties for Drunk Driving
- Dos and Don’ts After A Car Accident
- What to Do if You Witness a Car Accident in Portland
- Texting While Driving in Portland
- Who speeds and why do they do it?
- A Portland law firm devoted to helping accident victims recover
- Bicyclist accident injury and fatality figures remain high
- Danger for the youngest pedestrians of all
- Could Portland woman be liable for fatal road rage accident?
- Do not read this while driving
- Car accident prevention: cracking down on drunken drivers
- One killed, seven injured in Oregon car accident
- Fatal pedestrian accident near Portland
- Pedestrian seriously injured in hit-and-run car accident
- Were Oregon accident injuries caused by intoxicated driver?
- Six dead in wrong-way car accident
- Distracted driving ends in Christmas car crash tragedy
- Portland woman loses life in head-on car accident
- Car crashes into fast food place, driver and passenger arrested
- Three cars in wreck on Portland’s Morrison Bridge, 2 injured
Crosswalk Injury
- Older Adults, Children Among Those Most at Risk for Pedestrian Accidents
- Visibility a Major Factor in Pedestrian Accidents
- Four Tips for Portland Parents to Prevent Back to School Pedestrian Accidents
- Exploring Portland Street Fairs? Follow These Safety Tips
- Are Stop Signs In Parking Lots Legitimate In Oregon?
- Portland Police’s Crosswalk Sting
- The Danger Zones for Pedestrians in Portland
- Safety Tips for Pedestrians in Portland
- 5 Ways to Reduce Chances of Crosswalk Injury
Distracted Driving
- Summer Boating Safety Tips for Vancouver
- Distracted Driving Awareness: One of the Main Causes of Accidents in Vancouver
Drunk Driving
- Alcohol Abuse Among Big Rig Drivers Increases Truck Accident Risks
- Drunk Driving Increases the Likelihood of Other Dangerous Behaviors
- Drunk Driver Slams Uber, Kills Ridesharing Passenger
- Oregon Governor Backs Bill to Lower Drunk Driving Limits
- Despite Efforts of City Officials, Drunk Driving Accidents Plague Portland
- Thanksgiving is One of the Most Dangerous Times of the Year for Drunk Driving Accidents
- DUI Victim Advocate in Portland Urges Police to Make Drunk Drivers a Priority
- To Prevent Drunk Driving Accidents, Know the Signs of Alcohol Impairment
- Fatal Drunk Driving Accidents Continue to Plague Portland Area
- Oregon State Police: Child Injured in Alcohol-Related Rollover Accident Southwest of Portland
Firm News
- Marc Johnston Nominated to Oregon Top 50 Super Lawyers for 3rd Time
- Selected to 2019 Best Law Firms by U.S. News
- Marc Johnston Nominated Among Oregon’s Top 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys
Food Poisoning
- Coli Outbreaks in Oregon
- Major Portland Salmonella Outbreaks in 2015
Insurance
- How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You Fight Insurance Companies
- Common Reasons Insurance Claims Are Declined in Personal Injury Cases
- Should I Contact an Attorney If I Was Kicked Out Of The Oregon Medicaid Program?
- Can You Hold Other Drivers Accountable For Rock Chips in Your Windshield?
- What Is Med Pay?
- What to Do if Your Insurance Claim is Denied in Portland
Medical Malpractice
- FDA Halts Pelvic Mesh Sales Over Safety Concerns
- Oregon Doctor Sues Oregon Doctor for Medical Malpractice
- Child’s Death in Vancouver Calls Attention to Anesthesia Risks
- Making a Dent in Oregon’s Opioid Epidemic
- Be Your Own Advocate to Help Prevent Medical Malpractice Mistakes
- Medical Malpractice Qualifications in Oregon
- Dentists Can Make Mistakes
- Over 1,000 Women Suing Johnson & Johnson Over Baby Powder Risk
- Wrongful Pregnancy
- Medical Professionals That Are Liable For Medical Malpractice
Motorcycle Accidents
- How an Attorney Can Help You Following a Motorcycle Crash
- Fatal Vancouver Motorcycle Accident Emphasizes Need for Defensive Driving
- To Prevent Motorcycle Accidents, Drivers Are Encouraged to Slow Down
- Common Causes of Portland Motorcycle Accidents
- Motorcycle Gear Designed to Protect You In A Crash
Nursing home abuse
- Coronavirus in Oregon Nursing Homes – Healthcare at Foster Creek
Patent
- Portland Patent Application Process
Pedestrian Accidents
- Five Common Types of Pedestrian Accidents In Portland
- Night Out Takes Tragic Turn When Local Man Killed In Portland Pedestrian Accident
- Protests Combined With Phase 1 of Reopening Increase Pedestrian Accident Risks
- Two Portland Pedestrian Accidents Involving Trains Highlight Potential Dangers
- How Coronavirus Pandemic Can Increase Your Pedestrian Accident Risks
- Study Sheds Light on Psychological Factors That Contribute to Pedestrian Accidents
- The Three Groups Most at Risk for Pedestrian Accidents In Portland
- Vision Zero Sees Success in Other Countries, Despite Problems in Portland
- Dos and Don’ts To Prevent Pedestrian Injuries When Walking at Night
- Pedestrian Accidents in Vancouver: Know Your Risks
- Fewer Daylight Hours Results in Greater Risks for Pedestrian Accidents in Portland
- As Portland Pedestrian Accident Rate Continues to Climb, Know Your Risks
- Residents Question Portland’s Pedestrian Friendly Designation As No Crossing Signs Spring Up at Intersections
- Pedestrian Safety Tips for Back to School
- Teen Drivers Increase Risk of Pedestrian Injuries Over Summer Months
- Latest Portland Pedestrian Accident Illustrates Crosswalk Dangers
- Pedestrian Accident Deaths Continue to Plague Portland
- Reduce Your Risks of Pedestrian Accidents in Portland This Winter
- Freak Pedestrian Accident Emphasizes the Need to Seek Medical Attention
- Steep Grades One of Many Hazards Facing Vancouver Bicyclists
- Decrease in Daylight Hours Means Increased Risk of Pedestrian Injuries
- Pedestrian Crosswalk Accident in Portland Emphasizes the Need for Caution
- Long Awaited Pedestrian Improvements Decrease Pedestrian Accident Risks on One of Portland’s Most Dangerous Streets
- Arrest Made After Three Pedestrians Injured in a Portland Hit-and-Run Crash
- Comprehensive Report Shows that Portland is Still Far Too Dangerous for Pedestrians/Bicyclists
- How Drivers Can Keep The Streets Safe From Pedestrian Accidents
- Rules Pedestrians Must Follow in Portland
- Reporting a Hit and Run Accident in Oregon
- Can The Pedestrian Be At Fault In An Auto-Pedestrian Accident?
Personal Injury
- Back to School: Protecting Children Against Personal Injuries
- National Preparedness Month: Reducing Your Odds of Personal Injuries In Vancouver
- Personal Injury Claims: Important Evidence in Your Case
- Head Injuries a Common Type of Personal Injury Among Children
- Protect Yourself Against Personal Injuries in Vancouver This Summer
- Personal Injuries During Portland Protests
- Looking for Outdoor Fun in Vancouver? Be Aware of Personal Injury Risks
- How the Coronavirus Pandemic Impacts Personal Injury Lawsuits
- What Vancouver Residents Need to Know About Personal Injuries During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- During Difficult Times, Here’s What to Do if You Suffer a Personal Injury
- Older Adults Face at Risk for Personal Injuries
- Older Adults Need to Take Extra Precautions to Prevent Slips and Falls
- Four Common Causes Of Personal Injuries In Vancouver
- When Personal Injuries Happen on a Neighbor’s Property
- Protecting Children Against Injuries Caused By Dangerous Toys
- Why You Need a Personal Injury Journal and What to Keep In It
- Fear of Flying? Personal Injuries Onboard Are a Realistic Fear
- Back-to-School Safety Tips to Prevent Personal Injuries in Portland
- Common Causes of Personal Injuries in Vancouver, WA
- Compensation You May Be Entitled to in a Personal Injury Claim
- Three Killed Hours After Portland Celebrates Plan to Promote Public Safety
- Washington Governor Signs Bill in Vancouver Mandating Measles Vaccine
- Spring Weather Increases Risk of Personal Injuries in Vancouver
- After Boeing Airplane Accidents, Customers Express Airline Safety Concerns
- As Winter Weather Continues to Hammer Vancouver, Residents Urged to Use Caution
- Wet Fall Weather Increases Personal Injury Risks
- Recovery from Personal Injuries that Occur on Another’s Property
- After Girl Falls 60 Feet from Bridge, Friend Who Pushed Her May Be Liable for Damages
- Multiple Vancouver Public Schools Locked Down After Violent Attack Occurs at Nearby Property
- Soft Tissue Injury Plague Portland Trailblazers, Common Among All Athletes
- Airlines Crack Down on Emotional Support Dogs after Rash of Injuries
- Wrongful Death Accident In Vancouver Highlights Problems With Repeat DUI Drivers
- Pros and Cons of Taking Your Dog to the Dog Park
- Leading Causes of Nonfatal Injuries in the U.S.
- Steps Parents Should Take when Their Child Gets Hurt
- Can I Seek Compensation for Contracting a Disease/STD/Illness from Another?
- Portland Talcum Powder Injury Lawyer
- Life After a Disabling Injury: How to Cope
- Can I Afford a Personal Injury Attorney?
- Most Common Burn Injuries In The Summer And How To Avoid Them
- Witnessing Sudden Injury or Death of A Family Member
- School Districts and Personal Injury
- 5 Ways to Prove Emotional Distress in Oregon Courts
- Common Questions Asked During Initial Consultation
- Questions You Might Ask Your Personal Injury Lawyer
- How Long Does Someone Have to File a Lawsuit in Oregon?
- What Are the Stages of a Personal Injury Case?
- Toxic Mold in Pacific Coast Homes
- Identifying Asbestos in Your Portland Home
- Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuit Update
- When Slip and Falls Can Hurt the Most
- 7 Places to Cool Off this Summer in Portland
- Children and Playground Injuries in Portland
- Filing Injury Claims in Portland, OR
- Common Slip & Fall Injuries
- Common Injuries from Toys
- Finding a Trustworthy Babysitter in Portland
- What to Do After A Personal Injury Incident
- Where Do Registered Sex Offenders Live in Portland?
- Identifying Signs of Aggression in Dogs
Police Brutality
- What To Do If You’re Seeing a Case of Police Brutality
- Police Brutality and Wrongful Death
Portland
- How to Support Truck Drivers and Reduce Truck Accidents Risks During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- Driving Under the Influence and Fatigue Common Factors in Truck Accidents
- Best Car Wash for the Money in Portland, OR
- Are Police Officers Given the Right of Privacy When On Duty?
- Winter Safety Tips for Portlanders
- Winter Activities in Portland
- Victim of Discrimination in Portland?
- Kid Friendly Bike Rides in Portland in August/September
- 5 Places to Visit and Things to Do in Portland this Spring
- Ways to Help Others in Portland This Thanksgiving
Premises Liability
- Are You Liable for Not Shoveling Your Sidewalk?
Product Liability
- Consumer Group Issues List of Most Dangerous Toys for 2018
- Herbicide Found in Weed Killer Can Endanger Your Health
- Dangers of Caffeine Pills & Drinks
- Deadly Airbags Recall Widens to 34 Millions Cars as Company Owns Up To Defect
Property Damage
Scholarship
- 2018 LSAT Prep Course Scholarship Winner Announced
- 2017 LSAT Prep Course Scholarship Winner Announced
- 2016 LSAT Scholarship Winner Announcement
Sex Abuse
- We Must Rise Up, Speak Up, and Protect Children
- Current Principal of Hillsboro School Accused of Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Abuse FAQs
- Portland Sexual Abuse Cases
Slip and Fall
- Slips, Trips, and Falls are a Leading Cause of Personal Injuries Among Older Adults
- Public Awareness Campaign Focuses on Personal Injury Risks Among Older Adults Due to Slip and Fall Accidents
- Change in Seasons Increases Risk of Slips and Falls in Portland
- How ‘Minor’ Slips and Falls Can Result In Serious Personal Injuries
Train Accidents
- Safety Improvements Throughout Trucking Industry Can Help Prevent Portland Truck Accidents
- Speeding Amtrack Train Derails in Washington Killing 3, Injuring 70
Truck Accidents
- Ongoing Road Construction Projects Increase Oregon Truck Accident Risks
- Five Danger Zones That Increase Truck Accident Risks
- Safety Features Aimed at Reducing Truck Accident Risks
- Five Steps to Follow if You Are in a Truck Accident
- Recent Rollover Truck Accidents in Oregon Highlight a Common Danger
- Semi-Truck Accidents: Risks All Motorists Need to Be Aware Of
- Five Common Truck Accident Myths
- Loss of Control of Big Rigs a Common Cause of Truck Accidents In Oregon
- Five Safety Issues With Long Haul Drivers That Increase Truck Accident Risks
- Loading Practices Can Increase Truck Accident Risks During Pandemic
- Construction Truck Accidents Pose Risks to Drivers and the General Public
- Demands on Truckers Increase Risks For Drowsy Driving Accidents
- Truck Accident Risks and What to Do if You Are Involved
- Portland Truck Overturn Accident: Why Overturns Occur and the Impact They Result In
- Five Ways to Prevent Truck Accidents on Oregon Freeways
- Weather Continues to Increase Risk of Truck Accidents In Portland
- How Trucking Companies Put You at Risk
- Oregon Uses Inspections to Help Curb Truck Accidents and Injuries
- Common Truck Driver Mistakes that Can Increase Truck Accident Risks
- Sleep Apnea Among Truckers Increases Truck Accident Risks
- Freezing Fog and Low Visibility Results in Multi-Vehicle Truck Accident in Oregon
- Could Maintenance Issues Cause a Truck Accident?
- Dealing With Trucking Companies and Their Insurers After a Truck Accident
- Adverse Weather Increases Risk of Truck Accidents In Portland
- Know the Risks for Truck Rollover Accidents
- Fatal Truck Accidents in Portland: How to Reduce Your Risks
- Truck Drivers and Drug Use
- Portland Accident Emphasizes Need for Underride Guards on Trucks
- Amidst Truck Accident Increases, Increased Number on the Road May Be To Blame
- Four Common Truck Accident Causes and How They Could Impact Your Injury Claim
- Truck Accident on Icy Overpass Emphasizes Need for Caution
- To Prevent Truck Accidents in Portland, Be Aware of ‘No Zones’
- Portland Weather Conditions a Factor in Recent Truck Accident
- Loading and Unloading Practices Matter In Preventing Portland Truck Accidents and Injuries
- Multiple Vehicles Often Involved In Portland Truck Accidents
- New Travel Stop In Portland Could Help Reduce Truck Accidents
- ‘Inexperienced’ Driver Led To Portland Area Truck Accident. Could the Truck Company Be Liable?
- Oregon State Police: Inattentive Driver to Blame for Fiery Semi-Truck Accident
- Log Truck Driver Killed in Accident South of Portland
- Head-On Collisions Cause Potentially Deadly Truck Accidents
- Knowing a Trucker’s Blind Spots And How to Avoid Them
- Helping truckers focus on the road
- Arrivals of hyped high-tech gadgets is mixed news for motorists
- What causes Portland truck accidents?
- Truck safety scrutinized after Tracy Morgan crash
- Seeing an SUV collide with an 18-wheeler is believing
- To reduce truck accidents, U.S. to mandate speed limiters
- Recommendations to reduce truck accident injuries and fatalities
- Fatigued truck drivers: Causing accidents, injuries, fatalities
- Will Portland area truck crash victim be returned to her family?
- Is lack of oversight leading to truck accidents?
- Two big rigs, car crash on Interstate 5, south of Portland
Uncategorized
- Bicycle Safety Tips For Children
- Poor Diet Responsible for More Deaths Worldwide than Any Other Risk Factor
- As Portland Protests Turn Violent, It Is Important to Know How to Protect Yourself
- Winter Driving Tips for People Visiting Portland
- Trick or Treating Safety Tips in Portland
- Slips and Falls at Hotels
- Paperwork & Personal Injury in Portland
- 5 Multnomah County Waterfalls to See This Summer
Vancouver
Wrongful Death
- Woman’s Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Airport Fall
- Hospital Errors Can Prove Deadly For Patients
- Recovery from Situations Resulting in a Wrongful Death
- Police: wrong-way driver kills woman, critically injures child
- Estate of Portland cougar-mauling victim files wrongful death claim
- Wrongful death lawsuits: who can file one in Oregon?
- “Affluenza” decision makes victims of drunk drivers sick
- Oregon auto accident results in fatality
wrongful pregnancy

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