Portland Car Accident Lawyers
Accomplished representation for Oregon victims of every type of car accident
Drivers on Interstate 405 or any other Oregon roads often cause accidents because they speed, text, drive while intoxicated, or fail to follow the local traffic laws. At Philbrook Law Office, PS, we have nearly 20 years of experience fighting for car accident victims. Many of our leading recoveries involved car accidents that caused serious injuries. Our Portland, OR car accident lawyers are skilled at showing how a driver caused your injuries or tragically took the life of a loved one. We’re respected for our record of strong verdicts and settlements. If you were involved in any type of car accident, call our Portland, OR car accident lawyers today.
How can we help?
- How dangerous are Oregon car accidents?
- Why do car accidents occur in Portland?
- What types of car accidents do you handle in Portland?
- Who is liable for my Portland, OR car accident?
- What types of injuries are caused by car accidents?
- What’s the value of my car accident claim?
- Do you have a Portland, OR car accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are Oregon car accidents?
According to the Oregon State Department of Transportation (ODOT), 587 people died in vehicle accidents in 2023. In 2021, there were 45,295 vehicle accidents killing 599 people and injuring nearly 36,000 people.
Why do car accidents occur in Portland?
The ODOT reported the following leading causes of car accidents:
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Other causes of Portland car accidents include:
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What types of car accidents do you handle in Portland?
Our Portland personal injury lawyers handle every type of car accident. We work with investigators, the police, traffic reconstruction experts when necessary, and others to show your accident happened and why it’s preventable.
Some of the many types of accidents Philbrook Law Office handles include:
- Head-on crashes. These accidents often involve a car that tries to pass when there isn’t enough room, a drunk driver who is in the wrong lane, or a driver who misses a turn or on/off ramp. Head-on crashes are often fatal or cause catastrophic injuries.
- Broadside/T-bone accidents. These accidents involve the front of one car striking the side of another car. Broadside accidents often happen in intersections or when a car enters traffic from a side road or a parking lot. Usually (but not always), the driver whose front is damaged is responsible
- Rear-end car accidents. Rear-end accidents are almost always the fault of the rear driver. These accidents occur because the driver in the rear was distracted or speeding. Rear-end accidents often cause whiplash and soft tissue injuries.
- Single-car accidents. Our Portland car accident lawyers represent passengers when the drivers of their cars cause accidents. We also represent both drivers and passengers when defective car parts cause an accident.
- Multi-car crashes. At Philbrook Law Office, we represent anyone who is injured in a chain-reaction accident or any other type of accident that involves more than two vehicles.
- Rideshare accidents. We represent passengers and anyone else who is injured when one of the vehicles involved in the crash is an Uber or a Lyft vehicle.
We work with the police, investigators, car repair shops, traffic reconstruction experts, and others to show how your accident happened and who is responsible.
Who is liable for my Portland, OR car accident?
Often, someone in addition to the driver of the vehicle that caused your injuries is responsible for your injuries or the death of a loved one. Our Portland car accident lawyers file claims against everyone responsible for your accident including:
- The driver
- An employer of the driver
- The owner of the vehicle if different than the driver, such when a teenager causes a car accident while using their parents’ car
- A trucking company if a truck collided with your car
- The manufacturers of defective car parts if the defect caused the crash
- The Oregon Department of Transportation or other governmental agencies/entities if they failed to properly design the road, maintain the road, or close the road when necessary
- A tavern or any seller of alcohol to anyone who was visibly intoxicated - who then causes your accident
What types of injuries are caused by car accidents?
Car accidents often cause serious injuries. The faster the cars are moving, the more serious the injuries are likely to be. Many victims have emotional trauma in addition to physical trauma.
Our Portland car accident lawyers represent clients when car accidents cause any type of catastrophic, permanent, or chronic injuries – and injuries that do heal. The injuries we handle include:
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What’s the value of my car accident claim?
Our Portland car accident lawyers demand compensation from the insurance companies from the defendants, and from your own UM/UIM carrier if the defendants are not insured or don’t have enough insurance.
The liable driver and other defendants are generally required to pay for all your current and future:
- Medical bills, including emergency care, surgeries, hospitalizations, doctor visits, rehabilitative care, assistive devices and technology, and medications
- Loss of income and benefits, including permanent disability compensation
- Physical pain and suffering, including every ache, pain, itch, worry, and emotional trauma
- Property damage, such as the cost to fix or replace your vehicle
- Loss of bodily function
Inability to enjoy life’s pleasure - Loss of consortium (marital enjoyment).
- Punitive damages for egregious conduct such as driving while intoxicated
If your loved one tragically died in a car accident, we file a wrongful death claim on behalf of the family members. Wrongful death damages include the funeral and burial expenses, the income and financial support your family member would have provided, and the personal support (love, education, and guidance), your loved one would have provided.
Do you have a Portland car accident lawyer near me?
Philbrook Law Office meets drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders who are hurt in car accidents at our Portland, Oregon office located at 107 SE Washington St. Suite 520. Please know that if your injuries prevent you from coming to our office, our lawyers will travel to your home or a nearby healthcare facility to discuss your claim. We conduct virtual and phone conferences. We also consult with families when a loved one tragically dies in a car accident in Oregon.
Contact our seasoned car accident lawyers now
When accidents happen, you need strong advocates on your side. You need lawyers who are skilled trial lawyers. You need lawyers who are ready for the arguments insurance companies are ready to deny or reduce your claim. You need Philbrook Law Office. Our Portland car accident lawyers are respected by former clients, insurance companies, and the legal community for our record of success representing car accident victims. We can handle any type of car accident case. Call us or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle car accidents on a contingency fee basis. We represent clients in Portland, OR and Vancouver, and Battle Ground Washington.