If you are injured on the job, or suffer a disease because of your work exposure over time, you may be required to file a workers’ compensation claim with your employer. The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Act, codified in Chapter 656 of the Oregon Revised Statutes, provides a system of benefits for injured workers. These benefits may include medical services, time loss (i.e., wage loss), permanent partial or permanent total disability, and vocational retraining.

In many cases, claims are accepted and benefits processed. However, in also many instances, workers face difficulties or have their claims denied. If you were hurt on the job, have a denied claim, or if your employer didn’t file a claim on your behalf, it is important to understand your rights; and we can help. Even where your claim has been accepted, we can usually help. There is never a cost to you in terms of attorney fees, as attorneys are paid only if one or more of the following events occur: a percentage of settlement, if you claim settles; prevailing against a wrongful denial; or obtaining an increase on an award of permanent partial disability.

We have been representing Oregon injured workers since 1974. Our attorneys have over 100 years’ collective experience in workers’ compensation practice. We love what we do. Please contact us if we may help you.

Personal Injury Attorneys

If you have been in an auto accident or other type of accident where another person is at fault, and you are injured, you may have limited time to seek compensation for medical bills, wage loss, and noneconomic damages. The statute of limitations in Oregon for a negligence claim is two years from the date of the accident, but there are circumstances when shorter time limits related to the claim apply, e.g., if the negligent actor is a governmental entity, where a tort claim notice must be delivered within 180 days; or where longer limits may apply, e.g., where the injured person is a minor. It is a good idea to talk with an attorney about your claim not only to be sure you do not miss time limits related to the claim but to be sure your claim is properly evaluated, and so you do not settle for less than you should receive.

Claim evaluation is both art and science. Generally, damages available are economic, or readily quantifiable into dollars, such as medical bills and wage loss; and noneconomic, or damages less quantifiable, and which are subjective, such as pain, suffering, interference with normal and useful activities, and loss of enjoyment. In rare cases, punitive damages are available. Examples of cases where a plaintiff might move the court to allow a claim for punitive damages might be the defendant’s use of a cell phone while driving or driving under the influence. The vast majority of cases, however, deal with only economic and noneconomic damages.

We can help you by endeavoring to maximize the value of your claim. In our experience, you will very likely end up with more in your pocket being represented, even after attorney fees are paid out of a settlement or judgment, than if you try to negotiate the claim on your own.

Contact us today to learn more about your rights. We’ll offer an honest assessment of your case and provide you with a roadmap forward.

Auto, pedestrian, and bicycle Accidents

Every year, drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are injured in car accidents. Defensive drivers and bike riders may find themselves vulnerable to mistakes other drivers make behind the wheel. Drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding, and failing to obey the rules of the road can all lead to serious injuries and devastating accidents.

If you’ve been hurt due to another driver’s negligence or neglect, you may be entitled to receive money to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Welch, Bruun, & Green: Attorneys at Law can speak to auto insurance adjusters if you’re having difficulty getting the recovery you deserve. Sometimes adjusters make low offers in the hopes that injured persons will settle. If you feel that you deserve more, a personal injury attorney may be able to assist you.

Welch, Bruun, & Green can assist you if you’ve been involved in:

A car accident
A pedestrian accident
A bicycle accident
Personal injury claim
Wrongful death due to a car accident

Our firm will take the time to review your case, determine the value of your claim, and fight for your rights either inside or outside of court. We work tirelessly to make sure you and your family gets the justice you deserve.

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Protecting Your Legal Rights

If you’ve been hurt, you may be entitled to receive money to cover your lost time at work, your medical expenses, and your pain and suffering. Welch, Bruun, & Green are attorneys who help clients facing a range of legal challenges. If you’ve been hurt, we can assist you.