Our client and his wife were driving home from having dinner at their favorite Eugene, Oregon restaurant. Our client, an elderly man, was in his motorized wheelchair, secured in his specially outfitted van, which his wife was driving. They were just a few miles from their house when a drunk driver swerved across the center … Read More
Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer Defends Client’s PIP Coverage
Our client was driving through a construction zone on a busy street. She was driving slowly and attentively, eventually coming to a full stop behind the traffic in the lane in front of her. The car directly behind her changed lanes, and the driver in the car behind it failed to notice that traffic had … Read More
Delayed Onset Accident Injuries Don’t Delay Justice for Client
Our client and a friend had planned a weekend getaway. The client’s friend picked her up early in the morning, and the two were off on what was supposed to be a fun, relaxing adventure. Unfortunately for the women, their weekend plans were put on hold when they were involved in an accident, in which … Read More
I just got in a car accident, who is going to pay my medical bills?
Car Accident Related Medical Expenses By Arne Cherkoss Generally speaking, the insurance company covering the car you were in at the time of the car accident will cover your medical bills, at least initially. This is called PIP, or Personal Injury Protection. You may recall that PIP is available regardless of fault. Please see my … Read More
Do I qualify for PIP benefits?
By Arne Cherkoss PIP benefits Every motor vehicle liability policy issued for delivery in Oregon that covers private passenger motor vehicles must provide PIP benefits. The term motor vehicle means a self-propelled land motor vehicle or trailer, other than (1) a farm vehicle (or other self propelled equipment designed for use principally off public roads, … Read More
What is PIP, what does PIP cover, and can I get it for my motorcycle?
PIP stands for personal injury protection. Oregon law requires all automobile insurance policies issued in Oregon to have PIP benefits. Generally, PIP provides no fault insurance for automobiles. This means your PIP benefits are available even if the accident is your fault. PIP benefits cover things like medical expenses, lost wages, essential services, and funeral … Read More