Winter Falls and Slips
If you live in Oregon, and fell or slipped on ice or snow, then you may need a lawyer if you were injured. During the winter months, injuries because of snow and ice on sidewalks and in parking lots are … Continued
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How to Avoid Driving Intoxicated During the Holidays
Drinking and driving accidents are the worst during the fall and winter holidays. During these festive months drinking occasions are on the rise which leads to more accidents and fatalities because of drunk driving. While holiday festivities should include as … Continued
How to Drive Responsibly During the Holidays
Drinking and driving is a problem during the holidays because alcohol is sometimes a part of the festivities. Colleges also have breaks, and there are parties to start and end the holidays. While some days are typically bad for encountering … Continued
Hit By A Car While Walking
If you were hit by a car in Oregon, and need representation in a case, we are here to help you get the compensation you are entitled to from insurance companies or the person that hit you with their vehicle. … Continued
What is Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ Compensation is compensation to employees that are injured on the job. In Oregon, you don’t have to prove that you did something wrong or the employer did anything wrong to receive compensation for your injury. You can get compensated … Continued
What is SSDI
Qualifications for Social Security Disability Insurance Social Security Disability Insurance is a program for people under the age of 65 who receive payments because they have a qualifying disability and enough work credits. The qualifications are also based on the … Continued
How to Prevent Your Kids from Driving While Distracted
Once your child gets a driver’s license, there are some conversations that you must have with them about driving safely. While they already have some education about distracted driving and driving under the influence, they need to hear it from … Continued
Oregon Bicycle Riding Tips in the Summer
If you choose to ride a bike in Oregon for your daily commute, Shlesinger & deVillenueve have some tips to keep you safe and legal for your bike trips. 1. Watch out for pedestrians. Just as if you were in a vehicle, … Continued
Help with Your Social Security Disability Application in Oregon
If you are trying to apply for Social Security Disability in Oregon and need assistance, you can call or visit a Social Security office for help with the application. You may also visit ssa.gov for more information about the form … Continued
Get Your Oregon Worker’s Comp Claim Submitted Quickly
One thing most people don’t know about worker’s comp is that if you don’t submit it in time, you won’t be able to submit it at all. If you are injured, it is your right to get compensated for wages … Continued