Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be extremely demanding on family members. When you’re no longer able to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, it’s important to find a nursing home or other residential care facility that will provide the highest-possible caliber of care, catering to the particular needs of … 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
Wintry Weather Results in Fatal Accident in Clackamas County
A snowy highway is believed to be responsible for a head-on crash that killed one young passenger and injured two others. The crash is a cautionary tale of the perils of driving in wintry weather. Read on for information on how to drive safely during the season of snow and ice on roadways, and contact … 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
Motorcycle Accidents – What You Need to Know
Riding a motorcycle on the open road is an exhilarating experience. The feeling of wind rushing past your body and the purr of the motor as you open the throttle gives riders a real sense of freedom. This freedom is not without risk, however, with motorcycle accidents forming a major percentage of motor vehicle incidents. … Read More
Another Year of Rising Fatalities on American Roads
For decades, as safety technology in vehicles improved and public awareness of safe driving behavior increased, the total number of fatalities on American roads fell year after year. Beginning in 2014, however, a troubling trend took hold wherein more and more people are dying on US roads each year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration … Read More