Drunk Driving

Motorcycle Law 101: What You Should Know Before You Ride In Oregon

Riding a motorcycle in Oregon comes with its fair share of safety rules and regulations. After all, a motorcycle accident is often more serious than a bicycle accident. Not only is this meant to keep you safe on the road, but it also ensures the wellbeing of other drivers. Before you get on your hog… read more

Signs of Intoxication: How to Spot Drunk Drivers on the Road

  If asked directly, most of us would emphatically say that we would never get behind the wheel while we were intoxicated. But in 2015 alone, nearly 1.1 million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol — and it’s likely that millions more have driven drunk but have not been… read more

Safe Drinking – How To Practice Alcohol Safety

It feels good to relax and have a drink with family and friends, but with alcohol comes responsibility. It’s a substance many abuse, whether they’re fully aware of it or not. Read through some of our top tips for alcohol safety, so you can savor your drink and enjoy good company.   Provide sustenance Always… read more

Drunk Driving Accidents: Your Questions Answered

Although we’d all like to believe that other drivers make smart decisions when they’re out on the road, the truth of the matter is that drunk driving is all too common. In 2015, nearly 1.1 million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics, and that colossal number doesn’t even account… read more

Boating in Oregon: 4 Critical Boating Safety Tips

Recreational boating is one of the most beloved pastimes among Oregonians. With so many boaters taking advantage of Oregon’s beautiful rivers and lakes, these boating safety tips are as important as ever. According to the State of Oregon Marine Board, in 2016 there were 19 recreational boating-related fatalities in Oregon alone. That’s three more compared… read more

How to Identify, Avoid and Report Drunk Drivers On The Road

Drunk drivers are a serious risk to everyone on the road, including themselves. As a Portland car accident attorney, I have been prosecuting civil claims against drunk drivers for over a decade. I have been able to help innocent victims hold drunk drivers responsible for their reckless conduct, and in turn receive the compensation they… read more

What You Need To Know About Wrong-Way Driver Car Accidents in Oregon

“You’re going the wrong way!”… Why does wrong-way driving still occur so frequently? Today’s blog will review what we know about common wrong-way driving characteristics, and how to avoid wrong-way driver car accidents in Oregon. My goal is to help you become more aware and execute defensive driving during particular hours of the day. One would… read more

What Can Be Done to Stop Drunk Driving in Oregon?

Car accidents caused by drunk drivers remain one of the most frustrating, preventable crimes that spark great emotion and debate. This is clearly illustrated in a recent Texas case involving 16-year-old drunk driver, Ethan Couch. In February 2013, a teenager from a wealthy Fort Worth, Texas family pled no contest to consumption and possession of… read more

Hit By A Drunk Driver? Why You Need a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Why You Need an Oregon Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer By: Travis Mayor Let’s face it.  Drunk drivers kill and injure other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians at an alarming rate.  Despite decades of anti-drunk driving campaigns and public safety awareness, drunk driving is still a big problem in Oregon and throughout the nation.  The cost of… read more

Deposition Preparation: How-to Guidance

Deposition preparation in an Oregon personal injury case can be one of the most important efforts you can do to win your case. Because almost 95% of the Oregon personal injury cases settle before depositions are taken, most parties involved in the case are never deposed and hence do not invest the effort needed to… read more