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What is Negligence Per Se in an Oregon Car Crash?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentIn Oregon, as in other states, negligence per se can most easily be explained as the inherent failure to follow a law that was designed to protect others. In the case of a car crash, negligence per se could apply where a driver caused a collision with…
Read moreHow COVID-19 Has Led to More Outdoor Accidents in Oregon
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Personal InjuryUnprecedented numbers of visitors, fed up with the isolation and worries about COVID-19, are looking to enjoy a vacation at Oregon’s many beaches, forests and mountains. There is little else to do this summer since most sporting events, out-of-state trips,…
Read moreWhy It Is Difficult to Prove Liability for a Head-On Collision
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentDid you sustain a life-altering injury in a head-on collision caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior? Are you wondering how you will be able to pay your medical bills or cost of living expenses while you are recovering? Rizk Law discusses…
Read moreRichard Rizk Named Number 1 Personal Injury Lawyer in Portland by Money Inc.
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Firm NewsRizk Law is pleased to announce that our founder, Richard Rizk, has been rated as the #1 personal injury lawyer in the Portland area by Money Inc. Selection Process Money Inc. makes its top ten selections after analyzing the results of countless client…
Read moreLiability for a Car Crash if No Turn Signal Was Used
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentAbout half of drivers today do not use their turn signal, despite the potential for preventing, or causing, a dangerous accident. Even though neglecting to signal is illegal in most states, including Oregon, many still choose to ignore this law. Rizk…
Read moreWill My Insurance Cover My Damages For an Out-of-State Car Crash ?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentThis may be the year of the summer road trip for many. The pandemic is not yet under control, but people still want to go on vacation. What happens if your perfectly planned road trip is interrupted by an out-of-state car crash? Rizk Law discusses important…
Read moreStand Up Against Racist Bigotry and the Violence it Brings!
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Firm NewsBy Richard Rizk George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. These are not the names of every person of color who has been subjected to attacks in the name of “safety.” These are only the recent victims - that we know of. Minorities, immigrants,…
Read moreCan You Recover Damages If You Got Bit by a Friend’s Aggressive Dog?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Personal InjuryUnder Oregon law, regardless of whether a dog had a prior history or not, the owner is responsible for maintaining control of his or her pet at all times. If a dog bites someone, with or without a prior history, the dog owner may be liable for the damages. Dangerous…
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