$10.4 Million Verdict for Injuries in 2016 NW 23rd Gas Explosion Case

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Kafoury & McDougal

On October 13, 2022, a Multnomah County jury awarded several million dollars to two people who suffered physical and emotional injuries in a 2016 gas explosion in Portland, and assessed punitive damages of $4.6 million against Loy Clark Pipeline Co. Both plaintiffs were represented by Greg Kafoury and Mark McDougal of Portland. Firefighters responded after a natural gas explosion … Continue reading →

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Insurance Drones Now Come with Four Wings Instead of Khakis and a Cubicle

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Sarah Bagley

Earlier this year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted clearance to several of the major American insurance agencies, such as Allstate Corp. and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., to develop unmanned aircraft for use in processing insurance claims. The drones have the potential to radically change the way insurance companies conduct investigations. Instead of sending an agent who can … Continue reading →