In the News: Scary Things Hackers Can Do to Your Car
In a report developed by Sen. Edward Markey, D-Mass., automakers were asked a series of questions surrounding vehicle technologies and safeguards against hackers. Analysis of 16 responses from car manufactureers revealed, “there is a lack of appropriate security measures to protect drivers against hackers… or those who may wish to collect and use personal driver information” according to the Markey report.
Top 10 Safety Tips for Driving in Bad Weather
Minimizing the Risk of a Car Accident in Bad Weather Driving safely in Portland can be a challenge for even the most cautious drivers. Add heavy rain and early morning fog into an already congested driving environment, and the chance of a car crash increases substantially. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics indicate that 25% of all… read more
Are You Protected When You Use Uber? The Risks of Shared Ride Apps
By now you have probably heard of Uber, Lyft or Sidecar? Travel to almost any major U.S. city at the moment and you will find one, if not all of these technology companies offering a new breed of transportation – a vehicle-for-hire accessed directly through the tap of a smartphone.
Portland highway guardrails… saving lives or causing more severe accidents?
Guardrails are designed to save lives; they prevent vehicles from driving off the road in locations where it is unsafe to be on the shoulder. However, the Trinity highway guardrail used in Oregon and most other states has been undergoing serious scrutiny. These guardrails are being described as dangerous.
Oregon Dog Attacks: Who is Liable for My Dog Bite?
Last week an extremely brutal dog attack occurred in SE Portland, leaving two women with multiple puncture and tear wounds. Local news reports confirm the two-year-old male pit bull attacked Kimberly Shay and her friend Terry after they opened the door of the downstairs apartment unit Shay rents out.
Distracted Driving in Oregon: The Dangers of Technological Distractions
As technology progresses, so does the epidemic of distracted driving. It is a problem on the rise because we are living in a society that craves convenience and tends to reward multitasking.
Accident Settlement Mistakes Insurance Companies Hope You Make!
Insurance companies are not your friends, they are in the business to make money. In fact, they are actually hoping you make vital mistakes after a car accident that could be detrimental to your insurance claim. Ever wonder what those mistake are?
Free Medical Alert Card Download [with Infographic]
Using my previous post, 8 Reasons Why You Need A Medical Alert Information Card, I created an informative infographic highlighting the benefits of developing a card for each member of your family. As a personal injury attorney, I often hear of examples where breakdowns in communication occured during the post-accident chaos. Medial Alert Information Cards provide peace-of-mind and actually save lives!
8 Reasons Why You Need A FREE Medical Alert Card
As a personal injury lawyer, I handle hundreds of insurance claims for injured accident victims. As you can imagine, I become intimate with the details of these accidents…. from police reports, medical records, accident scene photos/video, and witness accounts, etc. I offer a unique perspective as a Portland accident attorney.
Was Tracy Morgan’s Crash A Result Of A Sleep Deprived Truck Driver?
Have you been following the news story about the crash on the New Jersey Turnpike that killed comedian James “Jimmy Mack” McNair and left comedian Tracy Morgan in critical condition?