Understanding a Wrongful Death Claim in Oregon

Understanding a Wrongful Death Claim in OregonA wrongful death claim is submitted on behalf of someone who dies because of the negligence or recklessness of another person. The person who submits this claim is someone from the surviving person’s family (most often the surviving spouse, parent or children).  A wrongful death lawsuit is one of … Read More

7 Useful Insights For Your Oregon Personal Injury Consultation

Finding the Right Personal Injury AttorneyAny personal injury is an unfortunate occurrence, and more so, when it occurs due to another party’s fault and you have to deal with it. No one says this is going to be easy but there is a way you can be paid for this legally so not going down … Read More

Family of Nursing Home Resident Killed in Accident Sues for Damages

The relatives of a woman who died in a Deschutes County retirement facility are now suing the facility for damages in a wrongful death lawsuit. Learn more below about the accident and the duties of care held by Oregon nursing homes. The recent lawsuit was filed by the surviving family members of Wilmetta June Cornell, who … Read More

Family Sues Landlord for Wrongful Death

An Eastern Oregon family is suing their landlord after an electrical fire resulted in the death of their 8-year-old son. In July 2016 the five-person family were asleep when the smoke alarm went off. The father got out of bed and saw a large fire in the living room. The parents managed to get their … Read More

Nursing Home Neglect Case Filed Against Care Facility

An Oregon nursing home is in the middle of a wrongful death lawsuit in connection with the death of an elderly couple who allegedly died due to nursing home negligence. The plaintiff, who is the surviving daughter of the decedent couple, is seeking over $2 million in damages against the nursing home and its hospice … Read More

Argument Between Southeast Portland Neighbors Results in Wrongful Death Claim

Neighborly disputes are not uncommon, but what is uncommon is for them to turn fatal. Unfortunately for one Southeast Portland man, voicing his concern regarding a speeding neighbor ultimately ended his life. A few days before his death, Dean Anthony Kuntz visited the Landis residence and spoke to the wife about her husband’s speeding in … Read More