There are a few ways for those who lose loved ones due to another’s negligence or wrongdoing to obtain justice. In some cases, the state may be able to prosecute the party at fault for causing another person's death. A fatal drunk driving crash could lead to drunk...
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Wrongful Death
What qualifies as wrongful death in Oregon?
Losing someone unexpectedly is hard enough. When their death happens because of someone else's actions, it can feel even worse. Oregon law allows certain people to take legal action if another party caused a loved one's death through negligence or misconduct....
Packing negligence: How does it lead to wrongful death?
Being negligent in securing cargo is a big problem that can cause serious accidents on any road. Imagine driving behind a truck when poorly secured cargo suddenly spills onto the highway. This situation is not just a traffic problem; it's a potential death trap,...
Can I recover damages for wrongful death if my loved one was partially responsible in the accident?
Let's imagine a very tragic situation where a family member is involved in a vehicle accident in which they are partly at fault, and they pass away. The other driver survives the accident but sustains injuries. You are a family member of the driver who died and lives...
The emotional and financial impact of wrongful death on families
Losing a loved one is always devastating, but when that loss is due to someone else's negligence, the pain can be even greater. Wrongful death not only leaves families emotionally challenged. It can also create significant financial burdens. It is essential to...
Who can file wrongful death lawsuits in Oregon?
Losing a loved one can be distressing, especially when their demise is due to someone else’s negligence or intentional harm. In such tragic circumstances, family members may be able to seek justice through a wrongful death lawsuit. If your loved one unfortunately...
How are punitive damages divided in a case of wrongful death?
In Oregon, courts can award both compensatory and punitive damages when a wrongful death occurs. Compensatory damages reimburse actual losses, such as medical expenses and lost wages. On the other hand, punitive damages serve the purpose of punishing the defendant for...
How prescription meds can impair driving
Medications help you recover, but they can cause effects that disrupt your daily activities. Some can cause dizziness, drowsiness and fainting, conditions that would make driving risky. Alarmingly, a number of drivers continue to get behind the wheel despite taking...
What damages can we seek in Oregon for our loved one’s wrongful death?
No amount of money can compensate for the pain of losing a loved one. Nonetheless, the surviving family of a deceased can seek damages if the death was wrongful. Those who successfully bring a wrongful death lawsuit can receive economic and noneconomic damages. But...
When is death wrongful?
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