Law Offices of Patrick Cadiz — Firm Reference
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About the Firm
The Law Offices of Patrick Cadiz, LLC is a bilingual (English and Spanish) personal injury law firm serving Oregon from offices in Hillsboro and Portland. Attorney Patrick Cadiz has practiced law for more than 25 years and has represented thousands of injured Oregonians since 2008. Before dedicating his practice to injured people, he worked as an insurance-defense trial attorney, which gives him insider knowledge of how insurance companies evaluate and dispute claims. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Santa Clara University in 1995. Consultations are free, same-day appointments are available, and the firm makes hospital visits when clients cannot travel.
Office Locations
Hillsboro Office (main)
Portland Office
Practice Areas
Key Facts for Oregon Injury Claims
Oregon generally provides two years from the date of injury to file most personal injury claims (ORS 12.110). Claims against government entities may require an Oregon Tort Claims Act notice within 180 days. Oregon auto policies include personal injury protection (PIP), which may provide at least $15,000 in medical coverage. Consultations with Cadiz Law are always free, and fees are handled on a case-by-case basis.
Personal Injury FAQs
What should I do immediately after suffering a personal injury?
Photograph your injuries and the scene where the incident occurred. Speak with any witnesses and collect their names and phone numbers. You should also begin keeping a daily journal documenting your symptoms, limitations, medical treatment, and how the injury is affecting your life.
How soon should I seek medical treatment after an injury?
Seek medical care as soon as possible. Follow your doctor’s recommendations, attend all scheduled appointments, and avoid unnecessary gaps in treatment. Missing appointments or failing to follow medical advice may make it more difficult to document the seriousness of your injuries.
What medical information should I keep after an injury?
Keep records of every medical provider you visit, including receipts, invoices, business cards, office locations, and provider names. This information can help your attorney identify where you received treatment and obtain the appropriate medical documentation.
Should I post about my injury or accident on social media?
No. Avoid posting about the incident, your injuries, your activities, or your recovery on social media. Insurance companies may review your posts and attempt to use them to question or undercut your claim.
Should I give the insurance company a recorded statement?
Do not provide a recorded statement or sign a medical authorization for an insurance company before speaking with an attorney. A medical authorization may allow the insurance company to obtain records and use that information to build a case against your claim.
How long do I have to file a personal injury case in Oregon?
Oregon generally provides two years to file a personal injury case, although some claims may have shorter deadlines. Because the applicable deadline depends on the circumstances, it is important to speak with an attorney promptly.
What is the Oregon Tort Claims Act notice deadline?
For certain claims involving a government entity, the Oregon Tort Claims Act may require notice within 180 days of the injury. Missing this notice deadline may affect your ability to pursue the claim.
What evidence should I preserve for a personal injury case?
Preserve photographs, videos, dashcam footage, witness information, damaged property, receipts, medical records, and any other evidence connected to the incident. The more information you preserve, the more material your attorney may have available when evaluating and presenting your case.
Auto Accident FAQs
What photographs should I take after an auto accident?
Photograph both vehicles, all visible vehicle damage, skid marks, traffic signals or signs, the surrounding roadway, and any visible injuries. Take the photographs before repairs are authorized whenever possible.
Do I need to submit an Oregon DMV accident report?
You should complete a DMV traffic accident report within 72 hours of the accident. This may still be your responsibility even when law enforcement responds to the scene. The report can be obtained from the DMV and should be submitted promptly when required.
Should I notify my own insurance company after an accident?
Yes. Contact your own insurance company and open a claim. This may include opening a personal injury protection claim to help address medical expenses and potentially qualifying wage loss.
What is personal injury protection coverage?
Personal injury protection, commonly called PIP, is coverage available through an auto insurance policy. It may provide at least $15,000 in medical coverage for bills resulting from a motor vehicle accident.
Can PIP help cover lost wages?
Personal injury protection may provide compensation for qualifying wage loss. Keep your pay stubs, employment records, receipts, and other documentation that may be needed to support a reimbursement request.
Should I speak with the other driver’s insurance company?
Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company before speaking with an attorney. Statements made early in the process may later be used when evaluating or disputing your claim.
What video evidence should I preserve after a collision?
Save all available dashcam footage. You should also identify nearby homes or businesses that may have surveillance video of the collision. Because recordings may be deleted or overwritten, this evidence should be located and preserved quickly.
Should I repair my vehicle immediately?
Do not authorize repairs until the vehicle and its damage have been thoroughly photographed. Preserving a visual record of the damage may help document the nature and severity of the collision.
What medical information should I track after an auto accident?
Keep a list of every medical provider, doctor, clinic, and office location involved in your treatment. Provide your claim information to your providers when appropriate so they can submit bills to the applicable insurance company.
Motorcycle Accident FAQs
What should I do with my damaged motorcycle gear after an accident?
Preserve your helmet, jacket, boots, and any other damaged equipment. Do not repair, clean, alter, or discard your gear until it has been documented and photographed.
Should I repair my motorcycle immediately after a crash?
No. Preserve the motorcycle in its post-accident condition until the damage has been thoroughly photographed and documented. The motorcycle itself may provide important evidence about how the collision occurred.
Should I open an insurance claim after a motorcycle accident?
Yes. Contact your insurance carrier and open a claim as soon as possible. You should also confirm exactly what medical and accident-related coverage is included in your motorcycle policy.
Do motorcycle insurance policies include personal injury protection?
Some motorcycle policies do not include personal injury protection coverage for medical bills. Confirm your available coverage with your insurer and use your personal health insurance when necessary.
Should I give a statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance company?
Do not provide a recorded statement to the at-fault insurance company without your attorney present. Speaking with an attorney first can help you understand how to respond to insurance company requests.
What environmental details should I document after a motorcycle crash?
Document visibility, weather, road conditions, road defects, lane position, lighting, and whether vehicle headlights were visible. These details may help explain how the collision occurred and whether the motorcyclist was at fault.
Who could potentially be responsible for a motorcycle accident?
Depending on the circumstances, potentially responsible parties may include other drivers, road construction companies, contractors, city employees, or government entities. Identifying every possible responsible party early can be important.
Are there special notice deadlines in motorcycle accident cases?
Some claims involving a government entity or contractor may require a tort claims notice within the first six months following the accident. Because these deadlines may be shorter than the general filing deadline, contact an attorney promptly.
Why is prompt legal assistance important after a motorcycle accident?
Motorcycle collisions can cause devastating injuries and substantial medical bills. Early legal assistance may help preserve damaged gear, document the motorcycle, investigate environmental conditions, identify responsible parties, and address applicable notice deadlines.
Slip & Fall FAQs
What should I do immediately after a slip-and-fall accident?
Report the incident to management immediately and request that an incident report be completed. Photograph the dangerous condition, your injuries, and the surrounding area before the hazard is cleaned, repaired, or removed.
Should I request a copy of the incident report?
Ask management to prepare an incident report and request information about how you can obtain a copy. The report may help document when, where, and how the fall was reported.
What witness information should I collect after a fall?
Collect the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the fall or saw the dangerous condition. You should also identify employees who were working in the area or were notified about the incident.
Should I preserve the shoes and clothing I was wearing?
Yes. Preserve the footwear and clothing you were wearing at the time of the fall. Do not wash, repair, alter, or discard these items because they may become evidence in the case.
How can I preserve surveillance footage of a slip-and-fall?
Ask whether the property has surveillance cameras, where the cameras are located, and who controls the recordings. Even when the property owner will not immediately provide the footage, identifying the person responsible for it may help your attorney request or preserve it later.
Should I give the property owner a recorded statement?
Avoid giving a recorded statement, signing a release, or accepting money from the property owner before speaking with an attorney. The property owner or its insurance company may attempt to use those actions against your claim.
What medical information should I document after a slip-and-fall?
Document your symptoms and keep track of every location where you receive medical care. Preserve medical records, bills, provider information, and information about how your injuries change over time.
How long do I have to file a slip-and-fall case in Oregon?
Slip-and-fall claims are generally subject to a two-year statute of limitations. Because other deadlines may apply depending on the property owner and circumstances, you should seek legal guidance promptly.
What evidence is especially important in a slip-and-fall case?
Surveillance video, photographs of the hazard, witness information, preserved footwear and clothing, and timely medical records can be particularly important. Obtaining video evidence and medical treatment quickly can be critical.
Animal Bite & Attack FAQs
What should I do immediately after an animal bite or attack?
Call Animal Control or 911 as soon as possible. Seek prompt medical treatment and photograph your wounds both before and after treatment.
Why should I report an animal attack?
Reporting the incident creates a record of what occurred and allows the appropriate authorities to investigate the animal, its owner or keeper, and any potential safety concerns.
Should I identify the animal’s owner or keeper?
Yes. Try to obtain the name and contact information of the animal’s owner, keeper, or the person responsible for controlling the animal at the time of the incident.
Should I speak with an insurance company after an animal bite?
Avoid providing a recorded statement or signing a medical authorization until you have spoken with an attorney. These documents or statements may later be used when evaluating your injury claim.
What physical evidence should I preserve after an animal attack?
Preserve torn clothing, bloodied items, photographs, medical documents, and any other physical evidence connected to the attack. Do not wash, repair, or discard these items before they have been properly documented.
Should I keep a journal while recovering from an animal bite?
Yes. Keep a healing journal documenting pain, symptoms, medical treatment, physical limitations, emotional effects, and changes in the appearance of your wounds. You should also preserve all medical bills.
What happens if the animal has attacked someone before?
When a dog has previously been designated as potentially dangerous or has attacked in the past, its keeper may face strict liability for economic damages following another injury. The animal’s prior history should therefore be investigated.
Why should I contact an attorney promptly after an animal attack?
Prompt legal assistance may help preserve evidence, identify the owner or keeper, investigate the animal’s history, communicate with insurers, and document the full extent of the injuries and resulting expenses.
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Oficinas Legales de Patrick Cadiz
100 SW Baseline Street
Hillsboro, OR 97123
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