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The Importance of Journaling After a Personal Injury Case

After an accident, many people struggle to recall the details of the incident. Unfortunately, this can affect a future personal injury claim. One way to ensure the details stay clear is to keep a personal journey of the event. While this could be a journal that is already a regular diary, it is best to create a new journal specifically devoted to recording the incident. A personal journal kept after being injured can be extremely helpful for your personal injury

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys April 19, 2021

How to Avoid Vehicle Accidents

At Shlesinger and deVilleneuve, we have represented thousands of clients who have been in vehicle accidents. This experience makes us uniquely qualified to advise you how best to avoid vehicle collisions in the first place. Stay Safe on the Road The best way to stay safe on the highway is to follow all applicable driving laws. This may seem very obvious, but a majority of vehicle collisions occur because of speeding or some other moving violation. Make sure you are

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys April 10, 2021

Driverless Cars: Can I Relax in the Backseat

With the news of driverless cars comes the news of driverless car accidents. While computers are great, they are not full-proof. A recent investigation into a popular car manufacturer’s self-driving features determined it wouldn’t even pass a basic driver’s road test. The news seems to be covering stories of driverless car issues, from driving under the influence to sleeping while the vehicle is driving on its own. Most recently, a pair of men in Texas were testing out a self-driving

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys March 19, 2021

What to Do If You Are Bitten or Injured by a Dog

While nearly everyone who has ever owned a dog views their furry friends as “man’s best friend,” those who have been bitten or attacked by a dog likely feel the opposite. Getting bitten by a dog can be both physically and emotionally traumatizing. While thousands of people are bitten and seriously injured by dogs every year in America, many of them never report the incident. However, if you or someone in your family was recently bitten or injured by another’s

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys March 5, 2021

How to Fix Your Public Reputation

If you are a business person or public figure, your reputation is important. Unfortunately, your reputation and public image can be tarnished by the careless or intentionally slanderous words of another. If someone has made a false or harmful statement about you that hurts your business, livelihood, or public reputation, call our firm. You may be able to make a defamation claim to recover your damages. How to Make a Defamation Claim A skilled attorney can help you make a

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys February 26, 2021

Was It Medical Malpractice

Even doctors make mistakes. Every year, thousands of Americans die, or experience worsened medical conditions due to mistakes made by hospitals and health care professionals. What Is Medical Malpractice? According to CNBC, medical errors or negligence is the third-leading cause of death in the US after heart disease and cancer. According to the study, medical errors cause 250,000 deaths in the US every year, while some studies report even higher numbers. While medical workers are skilled and caring individuals, they

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys February 12, 2021

Are You Liable for a Bad Weather Auto Accident

Bad weather and inclement driving conditions account for many auto accidents every year here in Oregon. With heavy snowstorms, icy roads, and poor visibility, even the best drivers can get into accidents due to bad winter roads. In fact, it is not uncommon to hear of accidents in Oregon resulting from inclement weather conditions.No matter how bad the driving conditions were at the time of the accident, you could still be determined at fault. Your insurance company will investigate the

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys February 6, 2021

What Is Wrongful Death?

The term wrongful death refers to a situation that occurs when an individual dies due to another entity or person’s misconduct or negligence. When a wrongful death lawsuit is filed, it is a civil action that is completely separate from any criminal prosecution that the person or entity responsible may be facing. One of the primary differences between a criminal case for manslaughter or murder and a civil wrongful death suit is that the standard of proof is lower. What

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys January 31, 2021