Personal Injury in Oregon

Oregon ( OR)
Average: Free / Contingency
Last Updated: Mar 2026
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Court Filing Fee $300

What to Know About Personal Injury Costs in Oregon

Oregon follows modified comparative negligence with no percentage bar — plaintiffs can recover even at 99% fault (damages reduced proportionally). Contingency fees average 33.33%. Two-year statute of limitations. Oregon caps non-economic damages in most personal injury cases (approximately $616,250, adjusted biennially), though the cap does not apply to wrongful death or claims involving clear and convincing evidence of reckless disregard. Oregon has no-fault PIP auto insurance requirements ($15,000 minimum). Workers' comp is through the Oregon Workers' Compensation Division.

Sources: ABA, State Bar Rules - Standard contingency: 33.33% pre-suit, 40% after litigation

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