PERSONAL INJURY

Whenever you are injured, it is important that you quickly obtain legal representation. If you delay, you may compromise your rights and prejudice your legal position. This is especially true if the other party has insurance. In such cases the insurance company will make every effort to pay you as little money as possible. In doing so they maximize their profits at your expense. Timely legal representation sends a strong message to the insurance company that they MUST be fair in their dealings with you.

Automobile and Truck Accidents

Automobile and truck accidents are the most common types of personal injury claims. In most cases, the party at fault has automobile insurance to cover at least a portion of the loss. Automobile insurance claims adjusters are skilled at soliciting information and statements from an accident victim that can later be used against that party. Accordingly, if you are injured in an automobile or truck accident, you should retain legal representation at your first opportunity. Doyle Law Firm will quickly gather evidence to support your claim and will assist you in receiving full compensation for your injuries and lost earnings. In the past, Mr. Doyle handled personal injury cases for insurance companies. As a result, he is familiar with their tactics and he is able to successfully counter those tactics so that you ultimately receive full value for your loss. [Never lose sight of the fact that the insurance adjuster has an incentive to pay you as little money as possible for your loss.]

Wrongful Death

These cases are extremely difficult and must be handled by an experienced attorney. Great care must be afforded to the feelings and needs of the family of the deceased. At the same time, important legal processes must be complied with. As the case progresses, evidence establishing fault on the part of the other party must be developed. In most cases the party at fault will attempt to deflect some or all of his/her fault onto the deceased. Doyle Law Firm will zealously defend such insensitive and often inaccurate attacks. At the same time, Doyle Law Firm will work with the family to present a comprehensive case establishing the impact that the deceased had on the surviving family and how his/her loss will affect the family for years to come.

Slip and Fall

The law obligates individuals and businesses to take reasonable measures to keep their premises safe. When they fail to meet this standard of care, people can and often do get injured. If you trip or fall or walk into a concealed obstacle you should contact a personal injury attorney to determine if the law (as applied to your facts) affords you any measure of compensation. Doyle Law Firm has been quite successful in pursuing these types of claims. Please call us for a free consultation. Click to view recent settlements and verdicts.

MUNICIPAL / GOVERNMENT

Mr. Doyle is the only attorney in Oregon who is currently retained as (1) county legal counsel, (2) city attorney, (3) agency legal counsel for a public housing authority, and (4) agency legal counsel for a regional sanitary district.

Mr. Doyle’s experience includes dealing with the PERS initiative; bond financing for the Polk County Jail; formation of ORS Chapter 190 organizations, labor negotiations, contested cases hearings before the Oregon ERB, public employee discipline grievance hearings, negotiations with Oregon Water Resources concerning municipal water rights, and numerous land use cases and Measure 37 claims including representation before and on behalf of cities and counties, at LUBA and before the Oregon Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. Mr. Doyle has drafted many land use ordinances, findings and decisions and played a large role in creating the SDC program for the City of Adair Village.

REAL ESTATE / LAND USE

Our real estate and land use practice area sets us apart from other law firms. We have drafted extensive transactional documents and have represented all sides in numerous land use matters at the local level, at LUBA, and on appeal the Court of Appeals and the Oregon Supreme Court. We have extensive experience with city and county planning and development matters. We deal effectively with state agencies including: DSL, ODOT, ODF&W and the Real Estate Agency. We can offer you help at any stage of the process, from assisting with applications and local hearings, to coordinating experts such as engineers and land use consultants.

BUSINESS LAW

Business owners in Oregon are faced with a multitude of regulations and mandates, including matters concerning sexual harassment, hostile work environment and complex personnel issues involving discipline and discharge. We are experienced with business start ups and can direct you into the most desirable business structure for your specific needs. Our long-term experience with daily operational issues such as compliance with ADA, FMLA, FLSA and other regulations can save you money, improve your productivity and keep you out of trouble. We can represent you in all regulatory matters including BOLI, EEOC and OSHA.

When litigation becomes necessary our vast trial experience affords you a piece of mind and provides the knowledge that your rights will be fully protected.

CIVIL LITIGATION / TRIALS

Our litigation practice includes all Oregon and California federal and state courts, as well as special venues such as Tax Court, the Land Use Board of Appeals, and Bankruptcy Court.

Unlike many firms that handle just the trial portion of your case, we also handle any subsequent appeals. This is an important fact that is not lost on our opponents – and consequently works to your benefit.