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Wrongful death actions in Oregon
In Oregon, wrongful death actions are governed by statute. The people that may bring a wrongful death action include spouses, children and parents of the deceased. The action is brought by the personal representative of [...]
Invasion of Personal Privacy
Today virtually everyone is carrying around cell phone/computers in their pockets, and has the ability to take pictures or videos at any time. This allows them to surreptitiously record images in locker rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms [...]
Employers Should Consider Non-Solicitation Agreements
Non-solicitation agreements are very useful tools for many employers. A non-solicitation agreement contains language that prevents a departing employee from soliciting business from customers of the employer for a period of time. It may also [...]
Insurance Commission complaints provide new leverage in Oregon
Insurance commission complaints are subject to public disclosure beginning January 1, 2016. This will provide more transparency, and increase leverage against insurance companies that engage in unfair settlement practices. As background, there has existed in [...]
Settling the personal injury claim
There are primarily four ways for settling the personal injury claim. First is by negotiation. Typically most personal injury attorneys will begin by sending a demand letter to the insurance carrier if known, or to [...]
Pain and suffering damage cap unconstitutional
The Oregon Court of Appeals issued an opinion holding that the pain and suffering damage cap (noneconomic damage cap) violated the Oregon Constitution. In the opinion Vasquez v. Double Press Mfg., issued May 4, 2016, [...]