In personal injury lawsuits, there are two types of liability: personal and premises. Knowing the difference is important. With the help of a professional Portland attorney, you can understand the difference and determine which applies the most to your particular legal situation. Understanding Personal Liability Personal liability occurs when someone does something

Truck accidents nearly always tend to be more serious than car accidents simply because of the very large size and weight of trucks. An 18-wheeler truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds while the average car weighs only about 4,000 pounds. For this reason, trucks are harder to maneuver than cars and

The auto accident insurance claims process involves more than simply making a phone call to your auto insurance company after you have been in an auto accident. In order to maximize the compensation settlement from the claim, you must take all the correct steps that will help show how much your injuries

Property owners have a responsibility to maintain a safe environment so that no injuries occur. This is known as premises liability. This holds property owners liable for accidents and/or injuries that occur on their property. The types of accidents that may result in premises liability claims include slip and fall accidents, trip

The death of a loved one is a tragic event, but knowing their death was caused by someone else’s misjudgment, mistake or negligence can be unbearable. If you feel that your loved one died due to someone else’s fault, you may have a wrongful death claim. In this case, it’s important to

Have you been injured in your workplace? Did you suffer a slip and fall injury, a burn, or some other type of injury? If so, you may have grounds for filing a workplace accidents lawsuit. Comprised of the most dedicated, accomplished and experienced legal specialists, the Dawson Law Group will evaluate your

Whiplash is defined as “…a neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip. Whiplash most often occurs during a rear-end auto accident, but the injury can also result from a sports accident, physical abuse or other trauma.” If you are suffering from whiplash

As the victim of a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering. With decades of experience in personal injury as well as truck accident law, Portland’s Dawson Law Group stands ready to listen, act and fight for you! Result-Driven Portland, Oregon Truck Accident Attorneys The state

Have you recently tripped and fell and felt that your accident was due to someone else’s negligence? If so, you may have a case and is to your benefit to discuss your accident with Portland’s most trusted trip and fall accident attorney team, the Dawson Law Group. How Your Portland Trip and

Brain injuries can be life-changing, devastating and even problematic years after the initial injury. Furthermore, recovering from a brain injury can be emotionally distressing and well as financially cumbersome. If you or a loved one have fallen victim to a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a result of someone else’s negligence, you