Oregon Personal Injury Accidents

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

Food Intoxication and How to Avoid Food Poisoning

We’ve all been there; we’ve all eaten or drank something that did not sit well with us, only to spend countless hours laying on the bathroom floor, wondering if we’ll make it through the night. It’s moments like these when food poisoning creates memorable experiences for all the wrong reasons. If you’ve experienced food poisoning… read more

5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer

Although we’d all like to believe we’re safe out on the road, the truth is that accidents occur far too often. Legal and illegal drugs (other than alcohol) account for 16% of car crashes, while others may be attributed to everything from distracted driving to other unsafe behaviors behind the wheel. If another person is… 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

Oregon’s New Distracted Driving Law Takes Effect This Sunday: What You Need To Know

Effective this Sunday, October 1st, there will be a stricter ban on cell phone use while driving and higher fines. House Bill 2597, passed by the Legislature and signed by the governor earlier this year, prohibits drivers from using ANY function of the cell phone that requires holding or touching. The earlier version, enacted in… read more

Volume of Oregon Vehicle Accidents Surpass Most US Cities!

Oregon Vehicle Accidents Are Worse Than Most US Cities One of the largest insurance companies in the U.S., has recently published Oregon vehicle accident statistics about Oregon drivers and it is not good! Allstate’s report, America’s Best Drivers Report 2016, lists the largest 200 cities in the US and provides data about which cities have… read more

Distracted Driving Accidents Take A Toll on Oregonians

Distracted Driving Accidents Significantly Increase in Oregon Distracted driving accidents caused by texting or using a hand-held cell phone while driving in Oregon, are significantly increasing, so much so that Oregon State Police now estimate that 25% of Oregon car accident injuries involve distracted driving. If you are involved in a distracted driving car accident,… 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

Changes To Oregon PIP Insurance – New Law Coming in 2016!

In 2016, Oregon Personal Injury Protection (“PIP”) insurance will undergo several significant changes which will benefit Oregon drivers who are injured in serious auto or pedestrian accidents. The new law, Oregon Senate Bill 411, will take effect on January 1, 2016, and change the applicable timeframe to seek Oregon PIP insurance reimbursement and how/when economic… read more

Travis Mayor Named Rising Star by Oregon Super Lawyers

Attorney Travis Mayor has been recognized as a 2015 Oregon Rising Star for plaintiffs’ personal injury by the well-known Super Lawyers publication. Super Lawyers is an independent rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Attorneys are selected through a multi-phased process including independent research, peer… read more