Posted on November 21, 2025 in Car Accident

A single moment on a Portland street changes everything. Can a car accident cause paralysis? Yes, severe collisions damage the spinal cord or brain, disrupting nerve signals controlling movement and sensation. This damage may result in paraplegia affecting the lower body, quadriplegia impacting both arms and legs, or partial paralysis. Motor vehicle crashes remain a… read more

Posted on November 21, 2025 in Personal Injury,Portland Personal Injury Lawyer

At Paulson Coletti, personal injury lawyers in Portland, we’ve seen how one careless act can change lives. We often hear clients ask, “How do you prove a breach of duty in Portland?” Proving a failure to use reasonable care lies at the heart of every personal injury claim. To prove a breach of duty in… read more

Posted on November 14, 2025 in Medical Malpractice

Operating on the wrong body part is one of the most devastating errors in medicine. The consequences of wrong-site surgery reach far beyond the initial operation; patients often endure unnecessary pain, permanent disability, and even the loss of healthy body parts. Many require additional surgeries, face prolonged recovery, and struggle with emotional trauma like anxiety,… read more

Posted on November 14, 2025 in Car Accident

At Paulson Coletti, we’ve seen how a car accident can change a lot more than just a person’s body. The fear, noise, and sudden shock can last a long time after the accident. Understanding the process of how to prove PTSD after a car accident in Portland can make a real difference in your recovery…. read more

Posted on November 13, 2025 in Firm News

Every holiday season reminds us of the power of kindness when a community comes together. At Paulson Coletti, we see that power every day, both in the courtroom and throughout the neighborhoods we serve. This year, our firm is proud to participate in the KGW Great Toy Drive, an initiative that helps bring holiday joy… read more

Posted on November 7, 2025 in Car Accident

A hit-and-run accident is a moment of chaos followed by a feeling of sickening abandonment. One second you’re driving through Portland, the next your life is paused by vehicle damage, serious injuries, and the terrifying fact that the responsible driver simply drove away. At Paulson Coletti, we don’t just see a case; we feel the… read more

Posted on November 7, 2025 in Car Accident

In most rear-end crashes, the driver in the back bears responsibility because every motorist must keep a safe following distance and stay alert to sudden traffic changes. Still, fault isn’t always one-sided. Accountability can shift or even be shared when the front driver slams the brakes without cause, reverses, or drives with broken brake lights…. read more

Posted on October 31, 2025 in Medical Malpractice

An untreated bone fracture sets off a chain of complications. While bones heal well with proper care, delayed or overlooked treatment can result in lasting pain, arthritis, infection, and even nerve or blood vessel damage. The bone may also fail to heal entirely (nonunion) or in a deformed position (malunion). When this happens, a medical… read more

Posted on October 31, 2025 in Bus Accidents

Facing the aftermath of a bus accident often feels overwhelming. As a Portland bus accident lawyer, we hear one question more than any other: who is liable in a bus accident? Responsibility may rest with a careless driver, a transit agency that neglected training or maintenance, another motorist who caused the collision, or even a… read more

Posted on October 24, 2025 in Car Accident

When a car accident happens in Portland, people are often shocked to find themselves unfairly blamed for causing the crash. At Paulson Coletti, we understand how overwhelming this situation feels. As a trusted Portland car accident lawyer, we step in to protect your rights and challenge fault decisions that put your recovery at risk. To… read more