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Drunk driving increases the risk of car accidents, highway and pedestrian injuries. The state of Oregon constitutes that people are liable to drunk driving penalties when their blood alcohol content (BAC) reaches .08%. Drivers can lose their license for up to five years or permanently, depending on the amount of offenses that have occurred. Serious injuries occur from drunk driving. …
Bicycling is a primary method of transportation in Bend. Preventative Oregon laws have been governed to avoid traffic accidents. In 2011, 677 cyclists were killed and an additional 48,000 were injured by automobiles in Oregon. An average of 2 cyclists are killed in the U.S. per day. Accidents can be prevented by following traffic laws. Laws for Drivers in Oregon …
If the insurance company denies medical treatment or is dragging their feet before approving treatment, it is usually an indication that the insurance company is trying to limit your workers’ compensation benefits. This could be an indication of a big problems with getting what you deserve from your claim. The general rule of thumb is “if you think they are …
Workers’ Compensation laws include many important deadlines which you must observer in order to preserve your rights. These deadlines can be very short. If you receive a claim denial, a denial of a specific medical condition or a denial of medical treatment from the workers’ compensation insurer, it is critical that you contact an attorney to discuss your rights and …
If you receive a letter denying your Workers’ Compensation claim, you should consult with an attorney and in most cases appeal the denial. This can be a very difficult process. Consultations with our office are always free. Please call to talk to an attorney if you recieve a claim denial letter.
Is the insurance company delaying its approval of your medical treatment. This a common and very frustrating situation which can occur even after your Workers’ Compensation claim has been accepted. There can be several reasons why the the insurance company is “playing this game.” We can quickly sort out the problem and in most cases quickly get your claim back …
Jim Bailey spoke at two different Oregon State Bar Presentations in September 2012. Mr. Bailey is a regular presenter at several Bar presentations.
Aron Yarmo has been named to act as Chair of the Workers’ Compensation Access to Justice Committee for 2013. The mission of the Access to Justice Committee is to work to inform injured workers about their rights and to remove barriers to getting those rights. The Workers’ Compensation laws can be very confusing. Insurers have a distinct advantage because they …
James Bailey will present a lecture focusing on Head Injuries, Psychological Injuries and Stress Conditions which occur on the job. Mr. Bailey’s presentation will be part of the Oregon Law Institute’s 2011 Workers’ Compensation Seminar, held on September 30, 2011, at the Oregon Convention Center, in Portland. This is the third time Mr. Bailey has been invited to speak on …
