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We Do Not Represent Drunk Drivers...We Sue Drunk Drivers!

If you have been injured by a drunk driver, then the value of your claim may be more than had the other party not been drunk. Generally speaking, if you are willing to let us file your case in court, we can get you a 20% to 50% premium on the claim. The reason we have to file to get the premium is because insurance companies almost always take the position that they don't consider the nature of the negligent act; rather, they only look at whether their insured was or was not at fault. However, the insurance companies know that if they have to defend a drunk driver at trial, they run a very serious risk of getting hit big by an upset jury.

The reason that drunk driving cases are likely to bring the injured party more money is because such cases are often subject to punitive damages. “Punitive damages” means an award of money intended to punish the bad driver, and is in addition to the damages that would be awarded in a common negligence case. The courts often refer to punitive damages as a "legal spanking." In any case, the potential for punitive damages can increase the settlement value in a case when handled by an experienced attorney who knows how to use that aspect to his or her client's advantage.

Unless you have a lawyer on your side, punitive damages can be very difficult to obtain. In fact, you aren't even allowed to ask for punitive damages when you first file your lawsuit. Rather, you have to file the lawsuit, proceed with discovery (including depositions, requests for production of documents, and requests for admissions), then file a separate motion to allege punitive damages. The party seeking to add a claim for punitive damages must be able to set forth specific facts supported by admissible evidence adequate to avoid the granting of a motion for a directed verdict to the party opposing the motion on the issue. This is no easy feat.

Semi Truck Accident FAQs

Semi truck accident attorneys are primarily responsible for the legal details of a semi truck accident case. However, it can bring comfort and clarity to a semi truck accident victim if they understand the guidelines followed by their semi truck accident lawyer. Please read the FAQ below to become better acquainted with the nuances of a semi truck accident case.

What’s the difference between the manner in which attorneys handle semi truck accidents versus other motor vehicle accident cases?

Knee Pain

No other joint in the human body experiences as much force as the knee.

The knee joint joins the thigh with the leg and consists of two areas of movement: one between the femur (upper leg) and tibia (lower leg), and one between the femur and patella (kneecap). It is the largest and most complicated joint in the body. It is a pivotal hinge joint, which permits flexion and extension as well as a slight rotation (side-to-side movement). Since the knee supports nearly the entire weight of the body, it is the joint most vulnerable both to acute injury and degenerative arthritis. There are a handful of causes of knee pain commonly seen as the result of injury, such as in a car accident or serious fall.

These include:

Shoulder Pain

While the shoulder is the most movable joint in the body, it is an unstable joint because of the range of motion allowed.

The shoulder is subject to injury because the ball of the upper arm is larger than the shoulder socket that holds it. To remain stable, the shoulder must be anchored by muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Some shoulder problems arise from the disruption of these soft tissues as a result of injury or from overuse or underuse of the shoulder. Other problems arise from a degenerative process in which tissues break down and no longer function well. There are a handful of causes of shoulder pain commonly seen as the result of injury, such as in a car accident or serious fall.

Neck and Back Pain

Neck and back pain has many causes. However, a handful of causes are commonly seen as the result of injury, such as in a car accident or serious fall. These include:

Back sprain/strain/spasms: A sprain is an injury where the ligaments are stretched beyond their normal capacity, and sometimes torn. A strain is an injury to a muscle in the same manner. Both conditions are painful, and often cause the involved and surrounding muscles to spasm so as to keep the spine still and prevent further injury. Muscle spasms can be so intense that they reverse the normal curvature of the spine (lordosis), as seen on x-rays and other imaging studies. This type of injury is often referred to as whiplash when it involves the neck, and is quite common in car crashes, particularly in rear-end collisions.

About DWP

Roy Dwyer, along with his partners and associates, have settled thousands of cases and obtained tens of millions of dollars for their clients. Their vast experience sets them apart from most other Oregon personal injury law firms. They handle all cases, big and small, with the same dedication and tenacity that other firms reserve for only the biggest of cases. It is with this approach that they are able to get their clients top dollar for their injuries.

"Do I Need a Lawyer?"

If you ask the insurance company that question, they will tell you that you do not need a lawyer. They will act friendly, as if they have your best interests in mind. In reality, they want to keep you in the dark.

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Semi Truck Accident FAQs

Knee Pain

No other joint in the human body experiences as much force as the knee.

Shoulder Pain

While the shoulder is the most movable joint in the body, it is an unstable joint because of the range of motion allowed.

Neck and Back Pain

Neck and back pain has many causes. However, a handful of causes are commonly seen as the result of injury, such as in a car accident or serious fall. These include:

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