Portland Car Accident Attorney

Car accidents are common in and around Portland, and they often leave victims with serious injuries. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car crash that was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver, you can count on Nichols Law Group to be by your side. Our goal is to investigate your crash and work to secure the compensation you are entitled to. Call our Portland car accident attorneys today.

Let Nichols Law Group take this case

In the aftermath of a car accident, you need to find an attorney you can trust and who will guide you in the right direction.

• Nichols Law Group focuses solely on personal injury law. This gives us a better understanding of these cases and a distinct advantage over other law firms that handle a variety of different cases and many practice areas.
• We keep all clients regularly updated on the status of their case. Our attorneys are always available to answer questions clients may have about all legal proceedings.
• We take car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not pay unless we secure the compensation you deserve.

Why do you need an attorney?

Car accident cases can become complex, and victims can get bogged down when dealing with progressive insurance carriers. Your Portland car accident attorney will have the resources it takes to thoroughly investigate what happened in your case. They will gather all evidence from the scene, secure your medical records and have them evaluated by a trusted professional, negotiate for a fair settlement on your behalf.

If you do not receive a fair settlement offer, your attorney will be prepared to take your case to trial to secure the compensation you deserve.

Car accident statistics for Portland

The Oregon Department of Transportation states that there were 57,726 total vehicle crashes during the in the state. Looking closer at the data from Multnomah County, we can see that there were 13,736 total crashes in that same year, more than any other county in the state. Out of those incidents in this county, there were:

• 58 fatalities
• 9,718 injuries
• The DOT says that the top ten driver errors that led to car accidents are:
• Failed to avoid stopped or parked vehicle ahead
• Failed to yield the right-of-way
• Ran off road
• Driving too fast for conditions (not exceeding posted speed)
• Failed to maintain lane
• Following too closely
• Inattention
• Failure to decrease speed for slower-moving vehicle
• Left turn in front of on-coming traffic
• Disregarded traffic signal

Let us secure the compensation you deserve

If you or someone you care about has been injured in a car accident due to the actions of another driver, you should talk to an attorney today. You may be entitled to compensation, and Nichols Law Group is ready to help. We will work to secure the following on your behalf:

• Coverage of all crash-related medical expenses
• Lost income if you cannot work while recovering
• Pain and suffering damages
• Loss of enjoyment of life damages
• Possible punitive damages against a negligent driver

When you need a Portland car accident attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation of your case by clicking here or by calling 503-224-3018.