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Understanding Oregon’s One-Bite Rule

Dogs are widely considered “man’s best friend” — that is, until they bite you or a loved one. Unfortunately, dog bites can cause some serious injuries, resulting in expensive medical bills and even long-lasting pain and suffering. For that reason, many dog bite victims choose to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. If successful, a personal injury lawsuit against the dog’s owner can ensure you are adequately reimbursed for medical bills, missed wages, and other damages associated with the bite. In

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys September 28, 2020

Planning for Retirement with Social Security Benefits

If you are considering retirement, it is important to carefully plan and budget to ensure you can meet your retirement savings goals in a timely manner. In addition to regular savings, you may be entitled to supplement your retirement with Social Security benefits. Learn more about Social Security below to see how it can significantly contribute to the financial future of your family. How Do Social Security Retirement Benefits Work? As you spend your lifetime working and earning an income,

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys September 16, 2020

Four Common Myths About Workers Compensation

If you have recently experienced an injury while at work, you have likely realized that the workers’ compensation process can be complicated. Between the ins and outs of Oregon employment law and the necessary procedures you will need to undergo to submit a complete workers’ compensation packet, there is a great deal of potential for misinformation. For that reason, we have compiled a list of common myths about workers’ compensation. Myth #1 – Your Employer Doesn’t Need to Provide Workers

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys September 1, 2020

What Is Loss of Consortium? Understanding This Important Personal Injury Claim

When a loved one experiences a serious injury, navigating life after the incident can be much different than before the accident. In fact, you may feel as if your relationship with your loved one has been forever changed. If this has been your experience after a loved one’s injury, you may be able to bring a claim for yourself – this type of claim is called a loss of consortium claim. What Is Loss of Consortium? Loss of consortium claims

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys August 30, 2020

What Do Personal Injury Attorneys Charge

If you are thinking of hiring a personal injury lawyer, one of your first questions is probably “How much is this going to cost?” If that’s the case, you are not alone. Many people wonder whether the amount that they will have to pay justifies hiring an attorney at all. The simple answer to that question is that yes, in most cases it does benefit you to hire an attorney for your personal injury case. Attorneys can typically obtain much

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys August 17, 2020

How Do You Know if You Qualify for Disability

When you are unable to work due to an injury or health condition, it can be frustrating trying to figure out how you are going to make ends meet. Many people find that they are able to get some assistance from Social Security Disability, but others find that they are ineligible when they try to receive benefits. If you are curious as to whether you qualify for this assistance program, there are a few factors you should consider. How Do

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys July 17, 2020

What If Your Social Security Disability Claim Is Denied

If you have sustained an injury that inhibits your ability to work, and you need to apply for Social Security Disability, the last thing you need is the added stress of a denied disability claim. You have bills that need to be paid, not to mention the medical bills you have likely incurred, and you have no work income to rely on. The best course of action is to have a qualified attorney on your side to help you navigate

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys June 25, 2020

What Is Workers’ Compensation

If you or a loved one has been injured on the job, you are likely trying to familiarize yourself with workers’ compensation, and how it works for you. It is important to know that your medical costs should be paid and that you should be compensated for your damages, including permanent injuries and loss of work. If you are just beginning to navigate the waters of workers’ comp claims, it is vital first to understand what the term means. The

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys June 17, 2020

Whom Should You Sue After a Car Accident – the Other Driver or Their Insurance

When you have been injured or sustain significant damage to your automobile in an accident, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Most drivers don’t know if they should simply file a claim with the insurance company and hope for the best, if they should sue the other driver, or if they should sue the other driver’s insurance. Here are a few things to take into consideration if you have been in an accident in Oregon.   Generally, the other

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys May 18, 2020

How to Know if Your Doctor Committed Malpractice

When you have received an injury or suffered physically due to an event that occurred in a hospital or doctor’s office, you may be wondering if you can sue the health care provider for malpractice. There are a few conditions that determine whether an event qualifies as malpractice. If your circumstance fits these conditions, you may be qualified for compensation. There are three main conditions that a malpractice claim must meet to be valid. If your injury fits this criterion,

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Shlesinger & deVilleneuve Attorneys May 12, 2020
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