Oregon’s Financial Responsibility Law for Automotive Insurance

Oregon law requires that automobile policies provide a minimum level of liability coverage.  There are two main reasons for this requirement.  First, it ensures that motor vehicle drivers can respond to damages in liability.  Second, it ensures that all motor vehicle accident victims are compensated for injuries that they sustain. Every automobile insurance policy issued … Read More

Premise Liability in Gyms

When someone is injured while using gym equipment, they need to be certain they remember the events leading up to the injury. When using gym equipment, a person needs to ask trainers and other gym personnel how to use the equipment before using it alone. After that, it’s important to always ask questions when needed … Read More

Street Racing-Reckless Driving

In the state of Oregon reckless driving is defined as ” willful and wanton disregard for the safety of others.” Oregon has a specific statute for a kind of reckless driving that is very dangerous, street racing. Statute 4511.251 states that when 2 cars start at the same point on a public road and speed … Read More

Snowmobile Accidents, Bend Oregon

Snowmobiles are a fun outdoor activity enjoyed by many during the winter time. They can also be dangerous. To drive a snowmobile in Bend Oregon you must take a safety training class if you are under 16 years and without a driver’s license. The safety class must be approved by the DMV.  After the safety … Read More