I don't practice in this area of law but I can recommend Mark Kramer. I have worked with him on civil rights cases and I have known clients who...

Mr. Larsen is correct. There are several exceptions to the warrant requirement that can allow police to search a vehicle in various situations. ...

What do I need to file in court to initiate a claim against a city?

I don't have enough information about you claim to tell you much about how to proceed. For most claims against a municipality, the statute of...

A radio station is considering sending its reporters to stories involving the police w/their own body cameras.

This is an interesting question. It will probably become more and more significant as small video cameras become more prevalent in news...

Can the arresting officer call my landlord and tell him what was found in my house and what they SUSPECT me of doing?

It is probably legal, and you probably have no civil claim against the officer. Police officers can legally do almost anything that any other...

Do I need a lawyer for medical malpractice?

Oregon has a statute of ultimate repose which generally prohibits medical malpractice claims that are discovered more than five years after the...

What are my rights when something is taken as evidence?

When police have probable cause to believe that something is evidence of a crime, they can take it and hold it for a reasonable amount of time. ...

How can I get my deceased dads medical records?

To obtain the medical records of a deceased person in Oregon, someone has to be appointed by the court to serve as Personal Representative (PR) of...

My son's spouse died of a wrongful death in the county jail. He needs to sue but can't afford a lawyer.

An early step in determining whether there is strong claim against a jail for wrongful death is to obtain a copy of the medical records. To do...

Attorneys tell me my case is to much for them or they don't call back.?. I am in deepshit and also a target.

You said that attorneys have told you that your case is too much for them or they don't call back. When you are seeking an attorney for a...