Oregon Car Accident Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Oregon car accident attorneys who can navigate the state’s mandatory PIP add-on system and comparative fault rule. Whether your crash happened on I-5 through Portland, on I-84, or anywhere from Eugene to Bend, we’ll match you with the right attorney — at no cost to get started.

Two years from the date of the crash for personal injury under ORS § 12.110 and 6 years for property damage. Claims against public bodies under the Oregon Tort Claims Act (ORS § 30.275) require notice within 180 days.

Oregon requires every auto policy to include at least $15,000 in PIP medical coverage and 70% wage-loss benefits under ORS § 742.520. PIP pays first, regardless of fault. Unlike traditional no-fault states, you retain full tort rights — including for pain and suffering — without any threshold to meet.

You file an uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) claim against your own policy. Oregon insurers must offer UM/UIM coverage under ORS § 742.502.

No, and you usually shouldn’t. Anything you say can be used to shift fault under the 51% bar. Refer the adjuster to your attorney or your own insurer.

It depends on medical bills, lost income, future treatment, vehicle damage, and the strength of your liability evidence. Oregon does not cap non-economic damages in standard auto cases — the Oregon Supreme Court struck down the prior cap in Lakin v. Senco.

The same statute of limitations and fault rules apply, but Oregon’s I-5 corridor sees heavy commercial truck traffic. Mountain passes (I-84, Highway 20) involve weather-related multi-vehicle crashes. Federal trucking regulations add additional defendants.

Oregon car accident attorneys typically work on contingency: no upfront cost, paid a percentage of the recovery if they win. Typical contingency fees range from 33% to 40%. If there’s no recovery, you owe no attorney fee.

Why Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney in Oregon?

Oregon records over 50,000 crashes each year, with serious injuries concentrated along I-5, I-84, and US-26. Oregon requires PIP coverage under ORS § 742.520, but unlike traditional no-fault states, Oregon retains full tort rights — PIP simply provides first-party benefits up to $15,000 in addition to tort recovery. Oregon follows modified comparative fault under ORS § 31.600 — recovery is barred if your fault exceeds the combined fault of the defendants.

When Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney in Oregon?

Our network includes Oregon car accident attorneys who handle every kind of case, including:

Types of Car Accident Cases in Oregon

From the moment you connect with a Oregon car accident attorney, they go to work protecting your claim. The most common case types we handle:

Not coordinating PIP with the tort claim — PIP pays first but tort recovery is unrestricted

Allowing the 51% fault bar to wipe out a recovery without contesting fault percentages

Missing the 180-day notice deadline under the Oregon Tort Claims Act

Accepting a quick settlement before the full extent of injuries is known

Giving a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurer without legal counsel

Missing the 2-year statute of limitations under ORS § 12.110

Not coordinating PIP with the tort claim — PIP pays first but tort recovery is unrestricted

Allowing the 51% fault bar to wipe out a recovery without contesting fault percentages

Missing the 180-day notice deadline under the Oregon Tort Claims Act

Accepting a quick settlement before the full extent of injuries is known

Giving a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurer without legal counsel

Missing the 2-year statute of limitations under ORS § 12.110

Common Oregon Car Accident Mistakes

Even a small misstep can hurt your case. Here’s what to avoid:

How Much Do Oregon Car Accident Attorneys Cost?

33%

Typical starting contingency fee — you pay nothing unless your attorney recovers compensation for you.

Car accident attorneys in Oregon work on a contingency fee basis — typically 33% to 40% of the total recovery. Case costs are typically advanced by the firm and deducted from the final recovery.

What Can Your Oregon Car Accident Compensation Include?

Economic Damages

Medical expenses, lost wages, future care costs — no statutory cap. PIP offsets first $15,000 in medical and 70% of wage loss up to $3,000/month.

Non-Economic Damages

Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment — no statutory cap in standard auto cases after Lakin v. Senco.

Punitive Damages

Available under ORS § 31.730 for malicious or reckless conduct (e.g., DUII). 70% of punitive damages awarded go to the state. No statutory cap.

Property Damage

Repair or replacement of your vehicle and personal belongings. Pursued through the at-fault driver’s property damage coverage.

Wrongful Death

Recovery for loss of consortium, society, services, and pre-death pain and suffering under ORS § 30.020.

PIP Benefits

First-party medical ($15,000), 70% wage-loss, and replacement-services benefits regardless of fault under ORS § 742.520.

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DearLegal is a legal referral service, not a law firm. We connect individuals with licensed attorneys who can evaluate their case. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice. Results vary based on individual circumstances.

Oregon Car Accident Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney in Oregon?

When Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney in Oregon?

Types of Car Accident Cases in Oregon

Common Oregon Car Accident Mistakes

How Much Do Oregon Car Accident Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Oregon Car Accident Compensation Include?

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