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Paulson Coletti is passionate about representing the rights of those who have been wronged. These individuals have a story that deserves to be heard and we have three passionate advocates on our team that are here to make that happen. We are consistently rated among the Best Law Firms by US News and our attorneys have been awarded “Best Lawyers in America” and “Lawyer of the Year” on multiple occasions. If you were wrongfully injured, our landlord liability attorney in Portland has the tenacity and experience you need to secure an optimal outcome.
In one of our more notable premises cases, we were able to recover $1.26 million for a family injured in an apartment fire caused by faulty wiring.
Chapter 90 of the Oregon Revised Statutes deals with residential landlords and tenants. Specifically, 90.320 deals with the landlord’s responsibility to maintain the premises. There are other provisions for repairs, installations, and other things that concern the tenant’s safety, such as the requirement of a carbon monoxide alarm (90.316 ORS). If you or someone you love was injured because of a dangerous condition at an apartment or other rented property, we encourage you to contact a Portland premises liability attorney at Paulson Coletti.
At Paulson Coletti, “liberty and justice for all” is more than just a phrase – it is our mandate. Our team of trial lawyers is driven to pursue justice for the injured, ensuring that the responsible parties are held accountable. With a high success rate both in and out of the courtroom, you can trust our Oregon personal injury lawyers to be the legal advocates you need so your voice can be heard.
“A landlord shall at all times during the tenancy maintain the dwelling unit in a habitable condition.”
The statutes go on to list various things that could make a dwelling uninhabitable, including:
In addition to landlord responsibilities, it’s important to consider that homeowners may also be held liable for injuries caused by unsafe conditions on their property. If you were injured in a similar circumstance, you may want to review claims related to Homeowner Liability.
If the injury was caused by improper construction or defective maintenance, it could also fall under Improper Construction, and you may be entitled to compensation.
“Most cases settle, but each of our cases is prepared as if it’s going to trial. The insurance companies know it and so do the defense lawyers defending them. That’s why we get such great results for our clients.”
Retaining Paulson Coletti to handle your apartment accident case means that you will not pay us unless we secure a recovery for you – no recovery, no fee. We invite you to contact our personal injury attorney in Portland to discuss your case and to learn your legal rights and options. Fill out a free case review form or call (503) 226-6361.
At Paulson Coletti, a local firm based in Oregon, justice is our mission. As experienced trial attorneys, we fight for injury victims across Oregon and Washington, holding negligent parties accountable. With a proven track record in and out of the courtroom, we are dedicated to securing fair compensation for our clients. We take a client-centered approach, focusing on cases we believe in and delivering results that matter. No fees unless we win-because justice should never come with financial risk.
This page has been written, edited, and fact-checked by our team of legal writers in accordance with our editorial guidelines. It has been approved by partners Jane Paulson and John Coletti—respected trial attorneys with decades of experience representing personal injury victims.
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