Amusement parks are cherished destinations where memories are made and thrills are experienced. By adhering to these regulations, amusement parks contribute to a vibrant and secure environment that allows visitors to embark on unforgettable journeys while knowing that their safety is in capable hands. Here is what you need to know if you are injured….
In 2019 Jeremiah Ross was honored to be elected to the board of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. Ross Law is excited to continue to work to help Oregonians hold corporate wrongdoers, insurance companies, and others accountable for acts that harm or injure Oregonians.
2019 was an amazing year for Ross Law and our Clients! Ross Law worked tirelessly to assist Oregonians to obtain maximum compensation for their Personal Injury cases, wrongful death cases, crime victim cases, insurance disputes, and consumer cases.
Below is a rundown on some of the results from 2019:
$2,225,000.00 Jury Trial Verdict where Jeremiah Ross co-counseled a two-week medical malpractice & Patient Safety case with another attorney against one of Oregon’s top medical malpractice defense law firms. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Significant Settlement in Case Against DHS and others in a case where our young client was abused and neglected while she was in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services. Click HERE for more information on the lawsuit against Oregon’s DHS & CPS.
Confidential Settlement in Wrongful Death Case against a mental health provider whose negligence resulted in a schizophrenic’s suicide;
Confidential Settlement received in a civil domestic violence case against an abuser. Ross Law represented a young survivor of domestic violence and filed a lawsuit against the abuser after he was convicted of his crimes in criminal court. As a crime victim’s lawyer, Ross Law fought tirelessly to cut through very complex legal issues to ensure the victim received compensation to regain the power and control of her life.
$100,000.00 settlement for Ross Law’s client who was backed over by a vehicle while she was urinating behind the vehicle due to her intoxication. The bad driver’s insurance company denied any liability until Jeremiah Ross litigated the matter.
Insurance Benefits obtained for a client who the insurer denied personal injury protection benefits to a cyclist who was thrown into a car at a stop sign. The stopped vehicle’s insurer denied benefits based on its interpretation of the law that the cyclist had to be “struck by” the vehicle. The judge ordered the Insurance Company to pay the cyclist $15,000.00 in denied insurance benefits and the cyclist’s costs and attorney fees. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Insurance Benefits obtained for a client who was wrongfully denied Personal Injury Protection benefits from USAA and Auto Injury Solutions. The judge ordered USAA to pay the outstanding benefits and our client’s costs and attorney fees. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Numerous favorable Settlements in Lemon Law and Auto Dealership Fraud Cases. These settlements included cash that was paid directly to our clients by the dealership, buy-backs of vehicles, unwinding car deals, and the dealership or auto manufacturers paid Ross Law’s consumer client’s costs and attorney fees.
There were many other amazing results for or clients! Please remember that results for all clients will vary. Each case is different. Some cases are better than others. If you, or someone you know, needs a personal injury lawyer, wrongful death lawyer, crime victim’s lawyer, or consumer lawyer please call Ross Law at 503.224.1658.
2019 was an incredible year for Ross Law and Jeremiah Ross! Ross Law fought tirelessly for our clients in personal injury cases, insurance disputes, wrongful death cases, medical malpractice cases, lemon law cases, auto dealership fraud cases, and crime victim cases. Ross law achieved incredible results for our clients.
Peers selected Jeremiah Ross as a 2020 SuperLawyer for personal injury general plaintiff’s practice. This is the fifth year Jeremiah Ross has been recognized by SuperLawyers.
2020 Oregon Super Lawyers
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We look forward to continuing with the amazing success Ross Law has had and are thankful to be rated as a SuperLawyer!
Please remember the results may vary for each client. Each case is different. If you or someone you know needs to speak with a Personal Injury Lawyer, Wrongful Death Lawyer, Crime Victim Lawyer, or Consumer Lawyer, please call 503.224.1658 to speak with Ross Law. This post may be considered Attorney Advertising.
As a consumer protection law firm we regularly see various scams. There are always some businesses and people that attempt to take advantage of a chaotic situation. Consumers need to know about these scams:
Price Gouging: “Pandemic Profiteers,” Scammers, and unscrupulous businesses that are charging substantially more for products and services than usual in these times are breaking the law. Please contact the Oregon Attorney General if you see it.
Phishing Scams: Scammers are sending emails claiming to be from the CDC (Center for Disease Control) or the WHO (World Health Organization). They want you to click on a file and download it. Also, phishers, hackers, and scammers are going to prey on people that working from hope by sending attachments.
Cures and Vaccines: Scammers are offering cures and vaccines. These are obviously scams, but some have been very successful by seeking “venture capital” to develop a vaccine or cure.
Donations and Crowdfunding: There are all sorts of new crowdfunding sites and apps that are claiming to collect funds for feeding children, medical expenses, and other virus-related issues. However, these sites and charities should be vetted to ensure their legitimacy.
If you or someone you know have been a victim of a consumer scam please call the Oregon Attorney General or Consumer Law Firm Ross Law LLC at 503.224.1658.
It has been a crazy couple of weeks. COVID-19 was an unknown term three weeks ago, now we are working to “flatten the curve” by staying home and social distancing in an effort to slow the spread of this virus. Here at Ross Law we are working hard to continue to provide exceptional client services while working remotely. Personal Injury case, Insurance Disputes, and Crime Victim case evaluations and meetings will now be by phone and email. Consumer consultations and auto fraud case evaluations will also occur on the telephone and email. This is less than ideal, but we are adapting as this situation unfolds.
Things may take a little longer because insurance companies and medical providers take longer to process claims and get us records, but we will keep moving forward. Please contact Ross Law at 503.224.1658 to discuss your personal injury case, insurance denial, consumer or auto fraud case. Oregon Personal Injury and Consumer lawyer Jeremiah Ross is happy to assist Oregonians during these difficult times.
Uber is in the news again in Oregon as a result of one of its drivers brutally raping a passenger numerous times in Medford, Oregon. Our blog has previously noted the various incidents of sexual abuse of Uber passengers by ride-share drivers. As predicted, the incidents are becoming more prevalent. However, we are often not hearing about all of the incidents because Uber Technologies and Raiser LLC insist on confidentiality clauses and non-disparagement clauses (clauses that prevent a person from speaking freely about Uber, the incident, and/or any settlement) in order to resolve any claim the injured party may have.
It is obvious why Uber would want to sweep its negligence under the rug. The less people know about the number of incidents and types of incidents caused by an Uber Driver, the safer the Uber appears. These confidentiality clauses are a growing trend and Uber (through Allstate Insurance) is even insisting that our client sign a confidentiality clause in a car crash case involving an Uber Driver. From the perspective of the injured party, this is flat out wrong.
If you or someone you know has been injured or assaulted by an Uber driver and have questions about your options, please contact Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer Jeremiah Ross at 503.224.1658. Ross Law PDX is happy to provide a free personal injury case evaluation. Please note that this blog articulates the opinions of Ross Law PDX based on our training and experiences as a personal injury law firm.
Ross Law recently filed a lawsuit against Jaguar Land Rover North America. The lawsuit is a result of Jaguar selling a vehicle with serious software issues that have affected the infotainment system, the dashboard, and the vehicle’s audio package. Jaguar charged our client over $3,000.00 for the additional audio package that Jaguar claims deliver exceptional definition. However, the software glitches currently cause the speakers to crackle intermittently. The case was filed in Multnomah County Oregon alleging violations of Oregon’s Lemon Law and the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act. Should we prevail our client may be entitled to enhanced damages and reimbursement of all costs and attorney fees.
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Portland, Oregon based Ross Law represents consumers in Lemon Law Cases throughout Oregon. If you or someone you know has been sold a “Lemon” in Oregon please call Oregon Lemon Law Lawyer Jeremiah Ross. Please note this post may be considered attorney advertising.
The Superbowl is here again. Some people get excited for the Superbowl to watch the game, others for the commercials. For some, the Superbowl is an excuse to party and get drunk. The people that party in excess are who you have to worry about. Drunk Driving, Road Rage, Bar Fights, and even Domestic Violence and sexual assault incidents are often caused by people that drank too much alcohol on Superbowl Sunday. If you are one of the unfortunate people that are injured and/or assaulted by a drunk on Superbowl Sunday you may be able to hold all wrongdoers accountable by filing a civil action in court. This means that not only is the drunk that directly injured or assaulted you accountable, but also the bar or social host that knowingly permitted the drunk to drink to excess.
Oregon has specific “Dram Shop” laws and “Social Host” laws that are meant to deter people from over-serving alcohol to people. Oregon courts have determined a person who receives guests in a social l setting, in which the host serves or directs the serving of booze or beer to guests can be held accountable if the overly intoxicated person later injures another in a DUII crash. See Solberg v. Johnson, 306 Or 484, 490 (1988). This case can also be interpreted to mean that not only would the social host be responsible for the injuries caused by the drunk driver, but would also be liable if the drunk assaulted another or sexually assaulted another.
It is important to keep in mind if you intend on making a dram shop claim there are time limitations that notice must be given in. Specifically, if it is a wrongful death claim then notice must be given within one year of the date of death, or within a year after the date the plaintiff discovered or should have discovered, the claim, whichever is later. (ORS 471.565) In a personal injury matter, notice must be given within 180 days of the injury, or 180 days after the injured person discovered or reasonably should have discovered, the existence of a dram shop claim whichever is later. (ORS 471.565) However, these notice requirements may not always apply and there are exceptions. Please refer to a current version of ORS 471.565 for notice requirements and time limitations.
Dram shop cases can be complicated and there are other theories an attorney can use to attempt to obtain maximum recovery for a person’s injury or loss. Please contact Portland Personal Injury Attorney, Jeremiah Ross, at 503.224.1658. for a free personal injury consultation. Please remember this post is for informational purposes only and you should rely on the current statute and case law when considering a dram shop claim. Please consult with an attorney if you believe you have a dram shop claim or have been injured or assaulted by a drunk.
