Uninsured and Underinsured Driver Accidents in Oregon
Being injured in an accident can be especially frustrating when it involves a driver who’s uninsured or doesn’t have enough insurance to cover your medical expenses and other damages. Many victims of uninsured driver accidents in Oregon wonder where to turn to find the help they need.
Underinsured Drivers
Our vehicle accident lawyers at Johnson & Taylor have helped thousands of personal injury clients throughout Oregon recover compensation for medical bills, loss of income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
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Bicycle Accident Full Compensation Recovered
Bicyclist vs vehicle collision where client sustained soft tissue injuries. Despite reasonable evidence as to fault, insurance company denied liability and would not offer any compensation to client. We filed a lawsuit and just over two months later the insurance company paid our client’s full demand and attorney fees as well.
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Pedestrian Accident Recovered from Multiple Policies
Pedestrian suffered traumatic internal injuries as a result of a trip and fall over a raised portion of sidewalk. Despite disputes over who maintained the sidewalk and the cause of the raised portion between the two adjacent property owners, we were able to secure significant settlements against both homeowner policies, reduce medical liens by tens of thousands of dollars, and put a generous amount of money in client’s pocket.
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Car Accident Reduced Outstanding Medical Bill Balance
As a result of a car accident, client sustained serious injuries which required costly surgery. Client did not have health insurance to cover additional medical expenses beyond the no-fault provisions of her own policy. Through persuasive negotiations with medical providers, we were able to secure offers from the medical providers to substantially reduce or write-off the outstanding balances to enable payment of all medical bills and compensation to client.
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Pedestrian Accident Maximized Available Insurance Coverage
Pedestrian sustained broken bones when struck by a borrowed vehicle in a marked crosswalk. Client had health insurance but no auto insurance. We sought recovery from the insurance company who insured the vehicle AND the insurance company who insured the driver. Client was able to recover a substantial amount of money.
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Bicycle Accident Overcame Liability Challenges
Teenager riding bike in or near a construction zone and hit by a vehicle while riding through a crosswalk. Despite an unfavorable witness and the teenager not wearing a helmet, able to work out a great settlement.
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Rear-End Collision Medical Liens Fully Waived
Rear-end accident victim sustained injuries that persisted for some time and required surgery. Medical costs alone were double the available insurance funds from all applicable insurance policies. We were able to get all medical liens waived and client ended up with a majority of the funds from insurance.
Filing an Underinsured or Uninsured Driver Accident Claim
Oregon law requires motorists to carry liability insurance in the amount of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per auto accident to cover bodily injury to others. Unfortunately, many drivers on the road carry the bare minimum or don’t have auto insurance at all
Ensuring you have adequate amounts of UM/UIM (uninsured/underinsured) on your own auto insurance policy is vital. It can be a lifesaver if you’re hurt in an uninsured driver accident or crash with an underinsured or hit-and-run driver. Our personal injury lawyers can help you file a claim with your insurance company and work to obtain the maximum compensation you need and deserve for your injuries and damages.
It’s important to keep in mind that even your own insurance company doesn’t have your best interests at heart. Most insurers try to pay victims as little as possible or deny claims. Things can get even more complicated when your medical insurance company becomes involved. Our car accident lawyers are familiar with the tactics insurers often employ. We aggressively negotiate on your behalf to help you get the full amount of benefits and compensation you should receive.
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“James Sellers is an incredible lawyer. I highly recommend working with him. He handled everything, so I didn’t have to worry about anything else. All I had to do was take care of myself. He was incredibly kind and soft spoken and took the time to explain everything clearly, never talking down to me.”- Cat F.
We believe the best results come from having the right people beside you from the very beginning. That means taking the time to understand your situation, staying connected throughout your case, and making sure you feel supported every step of the way.