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Monday, July 31, 2006
One of the most important things a personal injury lawyer or medical malpractice lawyer can do is find the right expert. In this month's Trial Lawyer magazine (published by the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association), Chuck Paulson recounts an example of how even the tiniest error by an expert can make a difference. Chuck was asked to join in a case that was nearly prepared for trial; the other attorney had all the experts lined up and in preparation for the medical malpractice trial, the expert was asked, "If the condition had been diagnoses two months earlier would the permanent injury have been avoided?" The expert answered, "Absolutely". However, when the same question came up in trial, the expert responded differently. "Well, my crystal ball is a little hazy on that point." The attorney lost the case. When preparing a medical malpractice lawsuit, it is important to find the right experts. An expert who is prepared for trial, knows the case, and understands what's at stake can make all the difference. That's why an experienced medical malpractice attorney can make the difference. If you want an attorney who will find the right experts, give us a call.
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Friday, July 28, 2006
On July 26, 2006, our firm successfully concluded a case which involved both a medication error and medical malpractice. The settlement amount was confidential. The patient -- Jane Doe had a stroke in September of 2001 and was placed on a blood thinner medication known as Coumadin to prevent further strokes. She was a smoker and also had a history of atrial fibrillation, which resulted in an increased risk of blood clots to the brain. During her treatment for this nondisabling stroke it was discovered that she had an abnormal clotting factor in her blood which also increased her riskof a stroke or cerebral vascular accident. She did well until Febuary 15th 2005 when her doctor took her off of the Coumadin -- a medication error. Her daughter thought that her mother had misunderstood the doctor and personally confirmed with the doctor's office and was again advised that her mom was to stop the Coumadin. On April 29, 2005 Jane Doe sustained a massive stroke to the brain stem. She survived but cannot walk, talk, feed herself or even swallow. She is bedridden and requires 24 hour care. The case was settled for a confidential amount with a combination of lifetime monthly payments and cash. Medication errors cause a large number of injuries to patients each year and many are preventable.
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Jane Higdon was killed on May 31, 2006 while riding her bicycle on Territorial Highway. The section of Territorial where Jane was killed has at least five wineries or tasting rooms close by and is a popular route for tourists and locals alike. It is a vivid example of how cyclists on our roadways in Oregon can be placed in an area of danger. Cyclists and drivers need to follow the rules of the road to prevent cyclists from being hurt or killed on the road. Floyd Prozanski a state senator and avid cyclist who rode with Jane Higdon in a twice-weekly riding group for more than six years wrote an editorial for the Eugene-Register Guard discussing what can be done in our state. "First, everyone needs to remember and follow the basic rules of the road already in place. Under Oregon's law, bicycles are defined as vehicles and are entitled to use the roadways just like any other vehicle. The Oregon Driver Manual warns drivers: "Do not crowd bicyclists. Wait for a clear stretch of road before passing a bicyclist who is moving slower than your motor vehicle in a lane too narrow to share. Remember, the bicycle is a slow-moving vehicle and this may require you to slow down. The greater the speed difference between you and a bicyclist, the more room you should allow when passing."
Click here to read the full article about bicycle safety in Oregon.
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Thursday, July 27, 2006
Jane Paulson, Immediate Past President of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA), will attend the group's annual convention August 3-5, 2006. It will be Paulson's last duty at Immediate Past President before the torch is handed off to Jim Egan, the current President of OTLA. For over 50 years, OTLA and its member attorneys have advocated for the rights of consumers by promoting safer products, workers'rights, access to quality health care, and eliminating discrimination in the workplace. Through education and training, OTLA attorneys subscribe to the highest standards of quality legal representation and ethical conduct. As attorneys who represent the interests of consumers, OTLA is a powerful voice for Oregonians' rights and equal access to justice. The Oregon Trial Lawyers Association is an organization of 900 attorneys who represent individuals and businesses in civil court. The organization promotes juries and jury service, and open access to the courts.
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Tuesday, July 25, 2006
Jane Paulson received a verdict for $600,000 last month in a claim against Willamette Dental for a lingual nerve injury. Our client's lingual nerve was damaged during the extraction of his wisdom tooth leaving him with numbness and pain, tingling, burning pain, shooting pain and throbbing pain in this tongue, difficulty with biting and use of his tongue, decreased taste sensation, numb gums on the right side of his mouth, difficulty speaking, and the inability to distinguish hot from cold. The defense offered to settle for $50,000 before trial and maybe could come up to $75,000 during trial. Many patients are told a serious, permanent lingual nerve injury is simply a risk of the procedure. We educate the jury that a serious, permanent lingual nerve injury is usually due to doctor error. The lingual nerve injury verdict is Jane Paulson's fourth involving negligent removal of wisdom teeth.
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Friday, July 21, 2006
Before you hire an Oregon accident attorney, there are several questions that you will want to ask. Of course you can get by without asking these questions, but you may end up running into some troubles down the road. The most important question for anybody to ask an Oregon accident attorney is how much money it is going to cost them. The reason that this is essential is because every law firm has there own standards are far as price is concerned. In addition, some Oregon accident attorney's will charge you a bit up front, where as others will only get paid if they win your case. By knowing these options you will be able to make the best decision for your situation. You will also want to ask your Oregon accident attorney if they have any experience with the type of case that you have. Even if they do not have experience it is not a bad thing, but you may want to stick with a firm that knows what they are doing. This will ensure you that your case is in good hands, and that you will get the money that is coming to you. There are many questions that you will need to ask an Oregon accident attorney before you let them represent you. The fact of the matter is that there are some generalized questions you can ask, but for the most part you need to ask ones that are pertinent to your case and your situation.
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Tuesday, July 18, 2006
If you think that you need an Oregon accident attorney, you will want to make sure before you start doing any research or contacting any law firms. The reason for this is simple. You do not want to waste your time or anybody else’s time if you are not sure that an Oregon accident attorney is what you need. There are many areas that an Oregon accident attorney can help you out with. As a general rule of thumb, an Oregon accident attorney can help you out with any accident that you have taken part in. Of course this is a very broad definition, but it is a good place to start.More specifically, an Oregon accident attorney may be able to assist with automobile accidents, and in particular those that involve alcohol. In addition, an Oregon accident attorney can help out with other areas such as medical malpractice or birth injuries.Sometimes knowing whether or not an Oregon accident attorney can help is a tough thing to determine. This means that you will need to call around to find the person that can best help you out with your situation. An Oregon accident attorney is trained in several different areas. Regardless of what type of accident you have been a part of, chances are that you will be able to find an Oregon accident attorney that will be willing to take on your case. Search around, and you will find an Oregon accident attorney that can help your situation.
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Friday, July 14, 2006
If you have been hit by drunk driver, there are many things that you will need to do in order to get your life back on track. The fact of the matter is that this can be a very hard time in your life. But luckily, there are things that you can do in order to make everything better. Here are just a few steps that you should follow if you have been hit by drunk driver. 1. First and foremost you need to make sure that you are in good health. Anytime that you are in a traffic accident you will want to make sure that you get checked out by the doctor. Not only will this ensure your good health, but it can also be essential in your case in court. 2. Notify your insurance company if you have been hit by drunk driver. This will allow you to get your car back on the road as soon as possible. Or in some cases allow you to collect your insurance money so that you can purchase a new car. Either way, contacting your insurance company is important. 3. Contact an attorney after your accident and get a free consultation. By doing this you will be able to determine if you have a case, as well as how it should proceed. With the help of an attorney you can get the help and assistance that you need if you have been hit by drunk driver. Do not try to take this situation on yourself, it is nearly impossible. A good lawyer will work with you to ensure that you get what you deserve.
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Monday, July 10, 2006
Have you been hit by drunk driver? Do you feel that you have a case in court, but are a little bit skeptical? Hiring a lawyer is the best thing to do in this case. Even though you may think that you have a case, a lawyer will be able to tell you for sure. And on the other end of things, if you believe that you do not have a case, a lawyer may tell you differently. Unfortunately, there are thousands of deaths each year that are linked to drinking and driving. In addition, there are thousands of more people that are hurt; some of them severely. If you have been hit by drunk driver there is no reason that you should sit back and let them get away with it. Of course you will want to make sure that you get your health taken care of first, but from there the best thing to do is contact a lawyer. This way you will be able to get your case started as soon as possible, and get reimbursed for what you deserve. Being hit by drunk driver is a very serious situation that you have been forced to deal with. Why should you have to sit back and deal with this problem? It was not your fault that you were hit by drunk driver. Call a lawyer today for a free consultation and to find out if you are entitled to any reward. Chances are that you will be able to get something.
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Tuesday, July 04, 2006
If you are seeking an Oregon accident attorney because you have been hit by a drunk driver or another vehicle accident situation, you're not alone. Every year in Oregon victims seek the help of an Oregon accident lawyer for injurious, damaging or even fatal auto accidents. Auto collisions cause incredible amounts of suffering and pain as well as millions of dollars in auto, personal bodily injury and property damage each year. If someone has been in an auto accident in Oregon and seeks an Oregon accident attorney it's quite common for that victim to be worried, and highly distressed about their health, the health of others in the crash, and confused about what they should do. An Oregon accident lawyer will help compensate the victim of a drunk driver for injuries, damage to the vehicle and any property, reimbursement for money lost due to missing work, and to pay for any medical or surgical bills. Many hundreds of Oregon residents also find themselves in need of an Oregon malpractice attorney each year. There are many different kinds of malpractice cases brought before the Oregon courts by victims and their Oregon malpractice attorneys. The cases involve the neglect or inappropriate medication by medical care practitioners resulting in babies born with birth defects, general malpractice as alleged results of inept or incorrect care by physicians in private practice or during a hospital stay, or emergency room visit. Other plaintiffs in Oregon malpractice cases brought by Oregon malpractice attorneys could be for neglect or improper treatment of nursing home patients, by emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or paramedics in emergency calls at home or in transport to emergency facility, or even malpractices cases brought against dentists and dental technicians.
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Monday, July 03, 2006
If you are hit by a drunk driver your Oregon injury attorney can help compensate you not only from the person who drove drunk but, if they were intoxicated as a result of public imbibing, by the person or firm that sold them the alcohol. This might be the liquor store or convenience store if they were underage that sold the alcohol, but also the bar or restaurant that continued to sell them the alcohol when their impairment became clear. The latter is culpable no matter what the drunk driver's age at the time of the incident. The drunk drivers would do well to seek an Oregon attorney as well, as their impairment will be treated by the courts as a form of impairment, and if there is a victim hit by the drunk, she or he will be in a great deal of trouble. Gross negligence, wantonness and other more serious consequences to the driver and the person and establishment that served the alcohol may be forthcoming and often are. This is where a person hit by a drunk driver needs a good Oregon personal injury attorney. The drunk driver can be made to pay not only the cost of recovery but exemplary or punitive damages as well. The latter damages go well beyond the compensation to the victim for the cost and pain of the injuries, or in the case of fatality, the loss to the victim's family members. Punitive damages are designed to punish the drunk driver and make and example out of him or her, hopefully helping to deter others from future impaired driving incidents.
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