Personal Injury Lawyer in Wilsonville, Oregon

About Newlin Law Offices: Your Trusted Wilsonville Injury Attorney

Newlin Law Offices has served the Wilsonville community for over 15 years, providing steadfast and compassionate legal representation to those who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others.

Our experienced legal team is dedicated to fighting for the rights of our clients, pursuing the compensation they deserve to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We understand that the legal system can be daunting, which is why we're committed to guiding you through every step of the process with personalized attention and support.

Legal Representation Without the Risk: Understanding Our Contingency Fee Policy

At Newlin Law Offices, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality legal representation — regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis for our personal injury cases, which means we only collect a fee if we successfully secure a financial settlement or a jury verdict in your favor. We also cover all initial costs, such as court filing fees, investigation expenses, and expert witness fees.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. You'll pay nothing to meet with us and learn how we can help.

What Types of Injury Cases Do We Handle?

If you've been hurt due to someone else's negligence, we can help you seek justice. Newlin Law Offices has extensive experience representing clients in a wide range of personal injury matters, including:

Car Accidents

From fender benders to catastrophic collisions, we help victims of negligent drivers obtain compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Drunk Driving Accidents

We hold intoxicated drivers accountable for the harm they cause and fight to secure maximum compensation for injured victims and their families.

Truck Accidents

Truck accident cases are often complex, involving multiple parties and unique regulations. We have the experience and resources required to handle these challenging cases.

Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists are particularly vulnerable while sharing the road with drivers. If you've been hit by a negligent driver, we'll fight to protect your rights.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents often result in serious injuries. We advocate for injured riders and their families, pursuing the compensation they deserve.

Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians struck by negligent drivers can sustain life-altering injuries. We demand justice and maximum compensation for injured pedestrians.

Slip and Fall Accidents

Property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe. If you've been injured due to a hazardous condition, you may have a case for compensation.

Dog Bites

Dog bite injuries can be painful, disfiguring, and emotionally traumatic. We help victims recover compensation for their losses.

Wrongful Death Claims

If you've lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, we can help you pursue a wrongful death claim.

Common Injuries We Handle

We understand that every personal injury case is unique, and the injuries our clients suffer vary widely. Newlin Law Offices represents people who have sustained a range of injuries, including:

Traumatic Brain Injuries

These complex injuries can lead to long-term physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. We're here to help navigate these difficult cases.

Spinal Cord Injuries

We represent clients who have sustained a wide range of back and neck injuries, from whiplash to herniated discs, spinal fractures, and paralysis.

Fractures and Broken Bones

We seek maximum compensation for all types of bone fractures, addressing not just the immediate pain but also long-term impacts on mobility and quality of life.

Internal Injuries

These injuries are often not immediately visible but can have serious consequences. We fight to help those with internal bleeding, organ damage, and other internal trauma receive the full compensation they deserve.

Burns

From minor injuries to third-degree burns, we advocate for clients who have suffered pain, disfigurement, emotional trauma, and financial hardship.

Amputations

The loss of a limb can be life-altering. We are dedicated to helping amputees rebuild their lives, seeking compensation to address prosthetic needs, ongoing medical care, lost income, and diminished earning potential.

Scarring and Disfigurement

The scarring or disfigurement that results from an injury often carries an invisible yet devastating emotional impact. We fight for clients to recover damages not just for their physical scars but also for their psychological distress and potential expenses.

Soft Tissue Injuries

Soft tissue injuries – such as sprains, strains, and damage to muscles, tendons, and ligaments — are often painful and slow to heal, impacting your ability to work and enjoy your life.

Psychological Injuries

Accidents don't just cause physical harm; they can also lead to emotional distress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and sleep disorders. We fight for our clients' right to seek compensation for their psychological injuries.

Building Your Case: How We Approach Your Injury Claim

When you choose Newlin Law Offices, you can expect a personalized and strategic approach to your case. We believe in clear communication, ensuring you're fully informed throughout the legal process.

Here's how we work together to build the strongest possible case:

Listening & Understanding

We begin by actively listening to your experience. Your story matters, and we want to understand the circumstances of your accident, the extent of your injuries, and how it's impacted your life.

Investigating Thoroughly

We conduct our own comprehensive investigations, which may include:

• Visiting the scene of the accident to gather evidence and document conditions.
• Interviewing witnesses to obtain firsthand accounts and corroborate details.
• Gathering photographic and video evidence, including surveillance footage if available.
• Obtaining police reports, medical records, and other relevant documentation.
• Consulting with accident reconstruction experts to analyze liability.

Our team doesn't just rely on basic accident reports. We take the time to make sure we have all the necessary information for a successful claim.

Developing Your Legal Strategy

Once we've built a strong foundation of evidence, we work collaboratively to determine the best course of action for your case. We’ll thoroughly explain your legal options and ensure you're a part of the decision-making process.

Negotiating Skillfully

Our experienced team has a proven track record of successful negotiations with insurance adjusters. We fight hard to secure fair settlements that fully cover your medical bills, lost income, and other damages.

Preparing for Litigation If Necessary

While we aim to resolve cases fairly through settlements, we're never afraid to take your case to court if needed. We have the trial experience and legal resources to advocate effectively for your rights before a judge and jury.

At Newlin Law Offices, your case is in capable hands. We handle the complexities of the legal process so that you can focus on what truly matters: healing and moving forward.

Proving Negligence: How Liability Is Determined

To obtain compensation in a personal injury case, we must prove that the at-fault party acted negligently and that their negligence directly caused your injuries.

Here are the four key elements we focus on when proving negligence:

Duty of Care

First, we must establish that the defendant (the party you're seeking compensation from) had a legal duty of care to act in a reasonably safe manner. This duty varies depending on the situation. For example, drivers owe a duty of care to other motorists and pedestrians, while property owners owe a duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors.

Breach of Duty

Next, we must demonstrate that the defendant breached their duty of care by acting or failing to act in a way that a reasonable person would in a similar situation. This might involve speeding, driving under the influence, ignoring traffic signals, failing to warn of hazards on a property, or neglecting to make necessary repairs on to public areas.

Causation

The most crucial element is proving that the defendant's breach of duty directly led to the accident and your injuries. This often involves gathering evidence like police reports, witness testimonies, expert opinions (such as from accident reconstruction specialists), and medical records that show a direct link between the defendant's actions and the harm you suffered.

Damages

Finally, we must prove that you suffered actual harm as a result of the defendant's negligence. These damages fall into two categories:

• Economic damages: Quantifiable financial losses like medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and future care costs.
• Non-economic damages: More subjective but equally important losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium.

By thoroughly investigating your case, gathering evidence, and building a compelling legal argument that demonstrates all four elements of negligence, we can build a strong case to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Seeking Maximum Compensation: Understanding Recoverable Damages

Our goal is to help our clients recover the full amount of compensation they are entitled to. This means thoroughly assessing all of your losses (both economic and non-economic) and building a strong case that demonstrates the true impact of your injuries.

Here are the categories of damages we often pursue on behalf of our clients:

Medical Expenses

This includes compensation for all medical costs associated with your injuries, both past and future. We'll seek to recover your expenses for:

• Emergency medical care.
• Hospital stays and surgeries.
• Doctor's appointments and specialist consultations.
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation.
• Prescription medications.
• Medical equipment, assistive devices, and home modifications.
• Long-term care.

This is not an exhaustive list, of course.

Lost Wages

If your injuries prevented you from working, you could be entitled to recover lost wages for the time you were unable to work. We'll also consider your loss of future earnings if your injuries impact your ability to return to work or limit your future earning capacity, as well as your loss of benefits like health insurance and retirement contributions.

Pain and Suffering

Physical pain, emotional distress, and mental anguish are often debilitating consequences of injuries. We will seek compensation for:

• Physical pain and discomfort.
• Emotional suffering, such as anxiety, depression, fear, and PTSD.
• Loss of enjoyment of life if your injuries prevent you from engaging in activities and hobbies you enjoyed before the accident.

These losses are no less important to compensate for than medical expenses. Our team will help you overcome the emotional impacts of your injury with compassion.

Loss of Consortium

This type of compensation recognizes the impact of a serious injury on a person's close relationships. It may be available to spouses or family members if the injury affected companionship, intimacy, or household support.

Property Damage

We will work to secure compensation for the repair or replacement of any property damaged in the accident, such as your vehicle.

Remember that the value of your case depends on the specific circumstances of your accident, the extent and nature of your injuries, and other relevant factors. At Newlin Law Offices, we will meticulously assess all aspects of your case to pursue the maximum compensation you deserve.

Don't hesitate to contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options!