Injury compensation for a motorcycle accident in Oregon is determined by the severity of your injuries and how they affect your life. For example, if you suffer a spinal injury that requires extensive medical care and keeps you from working, you can be compensated for those medical expenses and lost wages. If the injury results in permanent limitations, such as the inability to return to your job, you may also be compensated for future lost earnings. Compensation may also include pain and suffering, although, its capped at $500,000. In instances of extreme negligence, such as drunk driving, additional compensation may be awarded.

In Oregon, you have two years from the date of the motorcycle accident to file an injury claim. Meeting this legal timeframe is crucial as you are unable seek compensation for damages or injuries sustained otherwise.

Hiring an Oregon motorcycle accident lawyer is like taking your bike to a mechanic for a major repair—you could attempt to fix it yourself, but an expert will get the job done right – saving you time, money, and future headaches. A lawyer brings the expertise, tools, and strategies needed to navigate the legal system and secure the best outcome for your case. They’ll handle negotiations with insurance companies, manage medical bills, and, if needed, fight for you in court to make sure you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to.

You could handle your own truck accident claim, much like you could try to fix your car engine—but your chances of success are much higher with an expert. This is especially true for truck accident cases as they are more complex than car accidents. Truck accidents abide by federal and state regulations, commercial insurance policies, and involve multiple parties. An Oregon truck accident lawyer will investigate the accident, determine liability, and negotiate aggressively with insurance companies. If a fair settlement isn’t reached, they are prepared to take your case to trial to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Hiring an Oregon motorcycle accident lawyer doesn’t require any upfront payment because we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you only pay if we successfully recover compensation for you. Our fee ranges from 33-40% of the settlement or award, depending on complexity of the case. This approach makes it possible for anyone to access professional legal representation without worrying about financial barriers when securing the compensation you deserve.