As an Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer, I often am asked by clients if the crash will affect their rates even if they were not at fault. There is not a clear answer on that issue.
Jeremiah Ross Honored by Law School
California Western School of Law recognized Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer Jeremiah Ross for being selected as an Oregon Super Lawyer in the Personal Injury Category.
“Jeremiah, you are an inspiration to all of us and a major force for good in the legal profession.”
If you or someone you know is in need of an Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer call Ross Law at 503.224.1658 for your free personal injury consultation. Please note blog posts may be considered Attorney Advertising.
How to Report Consumer Fraud and Scams
At Ross Law, we often get calls from consumers who were ripped off, but they may not have the best civil case for a lawyer to take on. Things like phone scams, robocalls, internet scams, and scams involving people overseas are often difficult for a non-government consumer lawyer to handle. However, that does not mean they should not be reported. Additionally, even scams like auto dealer fraud, debt collection scams, door-to-door sales scams, and unlawful trade practices should be reported even if a civil lawyer is able to assist. However, you should speak with a lawyer before reporting them.
Then the issue is how do you report these consumer scams? Here is a brief list of people and organizations that may be able to assist with your consumer Fraud:
Call Ross Law at 503.224.1658: We are happy to assist with referrals or discuss whether or not we would be a good fit to assist consumers who have been ripped off or defrauded by businesses. However, keep in mind we are not a government entity and we are limited by Civil remedies that we pursue on our client’s behalf. For more information about the difference between civil and criminal remedies click here.
Report to the Oregon Department of Justice: The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) has a couple of different ways to report complaints. You can call the consumer hotline at 18778779392 or you can file a complaint online. You are also able to search for past complaints against a business that operated in Oregon. Click here for more info.
Report to the CFPB & FTC: The Federal Government has the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) which is part of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The CFPB has a new website to report scams, fraud, and bad business practices. It is a user-friendly website that asks you to tell the CFPB about the scam. The FTC asserts it will use that information to investigate the scammers and hopefully bring them to justice. Click here for more information on how to make a report of fraud, scams, or unfair business practices.
Report to the Better Business Bureau: The Better Business Bureau is a private entity that focuses on consumer complaints and reviews. They are not a government entity so they have no power to enforce the law. The BBB also charges businesses to advertise with them. To search for a business or make a complaint click here.
Report to Local Law Enforcement: Some local law enforcement agencies have investigators to investigate fraud and scams.
The above list is not exhaustive. There are many other places you can report scams, fraud, and unlawful business practices, but please keep these in mind. Please remember that this blog post may be considered Attorney advertising. If you have any questions about auto dealer fraud the Oregon Lemon Law, personal injury cases, auto crash injuries, bicycle crashes, and other injury or death cases please call Portland Oregon Personal Injury and Consumer Fraud lawyer Jeremiah Ross at 503.224.1658.
Jeremiah Ross Elected to Board of Oregon Trial Lawyers Association!
In 2019 Jeremiah Ross was honored to be elected to the board of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. Ross Law is excited to continue to work to help Oregonians hold corporate wrongdoers, insurance companies, and others accountable for acts that harm or injure Oregonians.
2019 Was An Incredible Year for Ross Law's Clients!
2019 was an amazing year for Ross Law and our Clients! Ross Law worked tirelessly to assist Oregonians to obtain maximum compensation for their Personal Injury cases, wrongful death cases, crime victim cases, insurance disputes, and consumer cases.
Below is a rundown on some of the results from 2019:
$2,225,000.00 Jury Trial Verdict where Jeremiah Ross co-counseled a two-week medical malpractice & Patient Safety case with another attorney against one of Oregon’s top medical malpractice defense law firms. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Significant Settlement in Case Against DHS and others in a case where our young client was abused and neglected while she was in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services. Click HERE for more information on the lawsuit against Oregon’s DHS & CPS.
Confidential Settlement in Wrongful Death Case against a mental health provider whose negligence resulted in a schizophrenic’s suicide;
Confidential Settlement received in a civil domestic violence case against an abuser. Ross Law represented a young survivor of domestic violence and filed a lawsuit against the abuser after he was convicted of his crimes in criminal court. As a crime victim’s lawyer, Ross Law fought tirelessly to cut through very complex legal issues to ensure the victim received compensation to regain the power and control of her life.
$100,000.00 settlement for Ross Law’s client who was backed over by a vehicle while she was urinating behind the vehicle due to her intoxication. The bad driver’s insurance company denied any liability until Jeremiah Ross litigated the matter.
Insurance Benefits obtained for a client who the insurer denied personal injury protection benefits to a cyclist who was thrown into a car at a stop sign. The stopped vehicle’s insurer denied benefits based on its interpretation of the law that the cyclist had to be “struck by” the vehicle. The judge ordered the Insurance Company to pay the cyclist $15,000.00 in denied insurance benefits and the cyclist’s costs and attorney fees. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Insurance Benefits obtained for a client who was wrongfully denied Personal Injury Protection benefits from USAA and Auto Injury Solutions. The judge ordered USAA to pay the outstanding benefits and our client’s costs and attorney fees. Click HERE for more information on that case.
Numerous favorable Settlements in Lemon Law and Auto Dealership Fraud Cases. These settlements included cash that was paid directly to our clients by the dealership, buy-backs of vehicles, unwinding car deals, and the dealership or auto manufacturers paid Ross Law’s consumer client’s costs and attorney fees.
There were many other amazing results for or clients! Please remember that results for all clients will vary. Each case is different. Some cases are better than others. If you, or someone you know, needs a personal injury lawyer, wrongful death lawyer, crime victim’s lawyer, or consumer lawyer please call Ross Law at 503.224.1658.
Jeremiah Ross Selected as a SuperLawyer! Again....
2019 was an incredible year for Ross Law and Jeremiah Ross! Ross Law fought tirelessly for our clients in personal injury cases, insurance disputes, wrongful death cases, medical malpractice cases, lemon law cases, auto dealership fraud cases, and crime victim cases. Ross law achieved incredible results for our clients.
Peers selected Jeremiah Ross as a 2020 SuperLawyer for personal injury general plaintiff’s practice. This is the fifth year Jeremiah Ross has been recognized by SuperLawyers.
2020 Oregon Super Lawyers
2019 Oregon Super Lawyers
2018 Oregon Super Lawyers
2017 Oregon Rising Stars
2016 Oregon Rising Stars
We look forward to continuing with the amazing success Ross Law has had and are thankful to be rated as a SuperLawyer!
Please remember the results may vary for each client. Each case is different. If you or someone you know needs to speak with a Personal Injury Lawyer, Wrongful Death Lawyer, Crime Victim Lawyer, or Consumer Lawyer, please call 503.224.1658 to speak with Ross Law. This post may be considered Attorney Advertising.
Beware of Corona Virus Scams!
As a consumer protection law firm we regularly see various scams. There are always some businesses and people that attempt to take advantage of a chaotic situation. Consumers need to know about these scams:
Price Gouging: “Pandemic Profiteers,” Scammers, and unscrupulous businesses that are charging substantially more for products and services than usual in these times are breaking the law. Please contact the Oregon Attorney General if you see it.
Phishing Scams: Scammers are sending emails claiming to be from the CDC (Center for Disease Control) or the WHO (World Health Organization). They want you to click on a file and download it. Also, phishers, hackers, and scammers are going to prey on people that working from hope by sending attachments.
Cures and Vaccines: Scammers are offering cures and vaccines. These are obviously scams, but some have been very successful by seeking “venture capital” to develop a vaccine or cure.
Donations and Crowdfunding: There are all sorts of new crowdfunding sites and apps that are claiming to collect funds for feeding children, medical expenses, and other virus-related issues. However, these sites and charities should be vetted to ensure their legitimacy.
If you or someone you know have been a victim of a consumer scam please call the Oregon Attorney General or Consumer Law Firm Ross Law LLC at 503.224.1658.
Ross Law Is Open!
It has been a crazy couple of weeks. COVID-19 was an unknown term three weeks ago, now we are working to “flatten the curve” by staying home and social distancing in an effort to slow the spread of this virus. Here at Ross Law we are working hard to continue to provide exceptional client services while working remotely. Personal Injury case, Insurance Disputes, and Crime Victim case evaluations and meetings will now be by phone and email. Consumer consultations and auto fraud case evaluations will also occur on the telephone and email. This is less than ideal, but we are adapting as this situation unfolds.
Things may take a little longer because insurance companies and medical providers take longer to process claims and get us records, but we will keep moving forward. Please contact Ross Law at 503.224.1658 to discuss your personal injury case, insurance denial, consumer or auto fraud case. Oregon Personal Injury and Consumer lawyer Jeremiah Ross is happy to assist Oregonians during these difficult times.