I completed my degree but did not apply for graduation due to poor health. System has since changed: should I sue?

Dear Portlander, I do not know the answer to your question. There might be some state or federal law or rules that might apply depending on...

Can I sue a bank for continuing to charge me undeserved fees?

Dear Portlander, Yes. If you can show that you complied with the terms of the contract and the the bank took your money, you can sue to get...

Dear Portlander, You raise the issue of whether there was an offer and acceptance sufficient to constitute a binding legal contract. An offer...

What to do if I got Notice of entry of judgment

Dear Portlander, It means that Ford filed suit to collect what it believed you owed them. It sounds like Ford either (1) never served you with...

I have dual poa of my parents. Have lived and caregived since 1989.

If you thank there has been a kidnapping or a crime of elder abuse, you should contact the police. Jeff Merrick, Oregon Trial Attorney Injury...

Dear Oregon City Driver, I will not give you any advice. But you might find the following statutes of interest. 806.011 Insurance...

Bar owner w/4 ribs broken from a man, I believe, is a C.R.I. working for police at the time, I had to 86 again. Can I sue?

Dear Bar Owner, Oregon crime victims may sue their assailants in civil court for monetary damages. If the perpetrator was employed at the...

If I got a Driving Uninsured ticket in Oregon, but renewed my insurance right afterwards, can I get out of it?

Dear Portland Uninsured Driver, Honesty is the best policy in front of the judge. Fess up, accept accountability, apologize, tell him or her...

Opposing attorney holding vehicle titles and won't communicate.

Dear Portland Free Man, Yes. If your certified letter does not get you the titles, you should consider reporting him to the bar. You might also...

Is it legal for an employer to give some one a job without advertising it first

Dear Netarts Worker, Unless there is some union contract or some other enforceable seniority contract, the employer may decide on reasons other...