Joe Rojas-Burke

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

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

Mid-Columbia Medical Center: Hospital Sued for Ignoring Sex Abuse by Anesthesiologist

We represent seven women on claims that they were sexually abused by Frederick Field, M.D., an anesthesiologist at Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles. Nineteen women have accused Dr. Field of molestation, and he has been indicted on charges involving 12 women. Our complaints allege that the highest-level officials at MCMC, including CEO Duane Francis and VP of Operations Diane … Continue reading