Prisoners who experience violations of their civil rights in a correctional institution might pursue legal action to change unlawful prison practices or seek compensation for losses they’ve suffered. However, the Prisoner Litigation Reform Act governs a prisoner’s right to file a civil rights lawsuit in federal court. As a result, when you or a loved…
Business deals can collapse when one party accuses the other of engaging in fraud or making misrepresentations during negotiations or on the course of the transaction. However, a party’s alleged fraud or misrepresentation in a transaction could lead to business litigation. But how do fraud and misrepresentation differ from one another under Oregon law, and…
When a person gets hurt because of another person’s actions or failure to act, it can lead to various kinds of court cases. The injured person could file a personal injury lawsuit, and depending on the circumstances of the injury, the person who caused the injury could also face criminal prosecution. But how do civil…
Under constitutional law, individuals in detention or incarceration have the right to receive adequate medical care from their correctional facility. Inmates in Oregon prisons may have claims for financial compensation or injunctive relief when prison officials fail to provide medical care to which they are entitled under their civil and constitutional rights. But when does…
If someone with whom you’ve entered an agreement fails to uphold their end of the bargain, you may assert that they committed a breach of contract. But when does a breach of contract claim arise under Oregon law? And what do you need to prove to recover compensation or obtain other relief in your case?…
Business partners can have serious disagreements over various aspects of their company, such as its strategic direction or financial management. Sometimes, business partnership disputes can escalate to litigation when partners turn to the courts to resolve impasses or claims for compensation or other relief. But how do courts in Oregon handle disputes between business partners?…
At Wayne Lamb Law, every case begins with a simple belief: people deserve an attorney who is willing to stand up for them when the stakes are high. Wayne Lamb has built his practice around helping individuals, families, property owners, business owners, and incarcerated individuals navigate complex legal disputes throughout Oregon. Whether representing clients in…
