Recent Blog Posts
FUN AND/OR INTERESTING STATUTES IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON STATE
Sometimes, as we research the legal issues we encounter, the laws we encounter are fascinating. A few examples [the following is the furthest thing possible from legal advice and in no way should be construed as such!]: Washington RCW 46.61.665 prohibits “embracing another while driving”. It is unlawful for any person to operate a… Read More »
CHANGES TO WASHINGTON LAWS PROTECT CYCLISTS AND PEDESTRIANS
Each year, Washington lawmakers add to, remove, and alter the laws that affect all of us here in Washington. This year, there were two big changes made to Washington laws that will make our communities safer for all people on the roads; but especially to cyclists and pedestrians The last day the legislature met… Read More »
WHAT IF THERE’S SENSITIVE STUFF IN MY MEDICAL RECORDS?
We are very used to dealing with a world where great efforts are taken to keep our medical information and records private. Injured people who bring personal injury claims are often shocked to find out that this expectation of privacy seems to go out the window when they bring their claim. Insurers and their… Read More »
WHAT DOES “MMI” MEAN?
You may have heard a doctor, attorney, or a medical or legal assistant use the acronym “MMI” before. As in, “I think your condition is at MMI.” But what does that mean? Well, the letters MMI simply stand for “maximum medical improvement”. And, what that phrase means is that to the extent you were… Read More »
BEN MELNICK LICENSED IN OREGON AS WELL AS WASHINGTON
On June 17, 2014, one of the firm’s founding members, Craig Schauermann (now of counsel to the firm) published a blog entitled WHY WE ARE: “Washington Oregon Lawyers”. In it, Craig addressed our firm’s ability to handle personal injury and wrongful death cases on either side of the Columbia River – with lawyers licensed to… Read More »
WHAT CAN I DO IF I WAS HIT BY A DRIVER IN MEDICAL DISTRESS?
Anytime there is a motor vehicle collision, you would naturally think it is somebody’s fault. Although usually true, that isn’t always the case. Typically, a crash is the fault of one or more drivers acting carelessly. Other times, it is due to a defect in the design of the road, or due to the… Read More »
SCHAUERMANN THAYER PARTNERS SERVE IN LOCAL MOCK TRIAL COMPETITION
Partners Scott Edwards and Brad Thayer served as attorney raters last month in the Washington State YMCA high school Mock Trial Competition. The Competition took place in late February at the Clark County Courthouse—home to the Superior and District courts of Clark County. Many local judges and attorneys serve as judges in the Competition. Attorney… Read More »
WHAT DO I DO IF MY INSURANCE COMPANY TELLS ME I DON’T HAVE PIP INSURANCE?
Personal Injury Protection, or “PIP” insurance, can make a big difference in your final financial recovery following a car crash. If your insurance company has informed you that you do not have this coverage, you’ll want to make sure before simply taking their word for it. If you live in Oregon, and you lived in Oregon… Read More »
SCHAUERMANN THAYER LAWYERS HELP PREP STUDENTS FOR MOCK TRIAL COMPETITION
Schauermann Thayer attorneys Scott Staples and Ben Melnick recently had the pleasure of spending a few hours with a team of students from a local home school cooperative, advising the group ahead of its upcoming appearance in a mock trial competition being held at the Clark County Courthouse. We like to do anything we can to help students… Read More »
CAN I END UP OWING MONEY AT THE END OF MY CASE?
In short, yes there is a situation where you could end up owing, but it is extremely rare and with appropriate advice from your attorney, it is an outcome that is usually avoidable as your case progresses.. This is a topic I simultaneously love to discuss with clients because it shows they care about… Read More »
