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Achieving Justice and Closure: Our Proven Track Record in Personal Injury Cases

When it comes to personal injury cases, the results speak volumes. They are not just numbers; they represent justice, closure, and the ability to move forward after a traumatic event. Our firm understands the importance of these results, as they can significantly impact the lives of our clients and their families.

Our Track Record

With a focus on compassion and excellence, we have successfully represented numerous clients in a variety of personal injury cases. From car accidents to medical malpractice, we have consistently achieved favorable outcomes for our clients.

Tailored Approach

Our track record of success is a testament to our dedication to each case we take on. We understand that every client is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific needs and circumstances. Whether it involves negotiating a settlement or taking a case to trial, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

Why Results Matter

Results matter because they can make a difference in the lives of those who have been injured. They can provide financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. More importantly, they can bring a sense of justice and closure to those who have been wronged.

Our Commitment

Our results speak for themselves, but they are also a reflection of our values as a firm. We believe in fighting for what is right, and we will not back down until justice is served. If you have been injured due to the negligence of another, we are here to help.

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Personal Injury Case Results

$3,000,000

Jury Trial Verdict

Shaw v. Gentile, D.P.M.

Ms. Shaw sought treatment for a bunion deformity from podiatrist Michael Gentile, D.P.M., who recommended an unnecessary “Evans” osteotomy to insert an orthopedic wedge in her heel. The surgery failed to heal, leaving her with permanent injuries. Ms. Shaw claimed Dr. Gentile misread her x-rays, recommended an unnecessary procedure, and failed to manage complications, resulting in lasting harm.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Severe Brain Injury from Slip and Fall

A woman slipped and fell in a fastfood restaurant restroom due to a leak in the ceiling that had not been fixed. As a result of her injuries she suffered a massive brain injury requiring a part of her skull to be removed. She required 25-hour assistance and care for the rest of her life.

$$$

In Litigation

Maier v. St. Anthony Hospital, et al.

During labor, vital signs including the fetal heartrate monitoring, indicated the baby was being repeatedly stressed and there were clear signs of inadequate oxygen. Care providers failed to recognize the distinct signs of pending fetal demise and did not institute measures to ease the stress. When the baby was finally delivered there was only a faint heartbeat. He had suffocated.

$$$

In Litigation

Walters v. Tuality, et al.

Care providers failed to recognize and treat hypoglycemia and other complications in a newborn shortly after delivery. As a result, the child suffered a severe brain injury. We are working to obtain a recovery that will provide for a lifetime of medical care and therapies to assist the child and her family.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Beltran v. Providence, et al.

Care providers took too long to recognize the signs of distress and delayed in delivering a baby who suffered a profound brain injury due to a lack of oxygen. The child will require medical care and physical assistance for the rest of her life. A settlement was achieved that will cover the child’s living expenses, therapies, and a lifetime of medical care. She is now receiving special education and various forms of therapy that are allow her to be more mobile and interactive with her family.

$1,750,000

Settlement

Branch v. United States VA Administration

A US Navy veteran was over-prescribed one medication and was prescribed another medication that resulted adverse interactions, withdrawal and a severe psychological breakdown. The veteran suffered a serious physical injury as a result and was incarcerated for a length of time before doctors sorted out his medications and returned him to normal.

$425,000

Settlement

Missed Diagnosis & Failure to Follow Up

A US Army veteran was seen for abdominal pain and imaging studies were performed. An abdominal artery aneurysm was discovered and noted in the medical records by a radiologist. However, the veteran was not warned about the seriousness of this problem and no follow up was conducted by his providers before the aneurysm ruptured.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Severe Brain Injury from Truck Crash

A trucking accident south of Portland resulted in a severe brain injury. The Portland woman was critically injured after she was hit by a piece of industrial equipment that was not fixed or taken out of service after the owner and manufacturer learned of the dangerous defect. This case was significant because the dangerous equipment continued to operate on roads until the serious injury accident occurred. This case settled for a confidential amount.

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Confidential Settlement

Medical Malpractice - Undiagnosed Cancer

A 51 year-old man had a routine screening test for prostate cancer and the results showed a relatively high probability of prostate cancer. No follow up testing or examination was done. He was not informed of the test results and went about his life. Within a couple years he was diagnosed with cancer and had to undergo a costly surgery and debilitating hormone therapy. However, the cancer had metastasized.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Permanent Paralysis

A man was paralyzed from the waist down when his care providers failed to diagnosis a hematoma in his spinal canal that was seen on imaging studies and correlated with his clinical symptoms. A confidential settlement was reached to allow for his required medical care, elevate his standard of living, and assist his family in caring for him.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Severe Brain Injury from Work Injury

A timber faller was severely injured when a “snag” (dead standing tree) fell on him in an area that was not properly cleared for safety. He was brain damaged and required over $1m in medical care. He was never able to return to work again to provide for his family.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Medical Malpractice - Undiagnosed Cancer​

A 61 year-old man had repeated routine screenings for prostate cancer and each test indicated a high probability of cancer and that it was growing aggressively. His treating doctor, however, failed to inform him of the results or to conduct follow up testing or refer him to a specialist. By the time the cancer was diagnosed it had metastasized and was inoperable.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Undiagnosed Cancer

During a routine screening for prostate cancer, a 51-year-old man’s results showed a high probability of prostate cancer. However, there was never any follow up or further testing completed. Years later, he was diagnosed with cancer. Even after he had undergone extensive surgery and debilitating hormone therapy, it was too late. His cancer had already metastasized and required extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Undiagnosed Cancer

A 61-year-old man had multiple screenings indicating a potential for prostate cancer. Each test showed that there was a high probability he had an aggressively growing form of the disease. His doctor did not refer him to a specialist and failed to inform him of the relevance of his test results. When his cancer was finally diagnosed, it was too late. His cancer was inoperable and required extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Toxic Exposure Injuries to Construction Workers

Fifty construction workers were exposed to a toxic chemical while constructing a chemical weapons incinerator. They were working within a few hundred yards of a large stockpile of aging chemical weapons, some of which were known to be leaking. However, the workers were told that there was no danger of exposure. After the event air monitoring indicated detections of chemical agent in the building where they were working. The case against the corporate defendants settled for a confidential amount.

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Confidential Settlement

Severe Injuries to Timber Faller

A twenty-three year old logger was critically injured when an 80 foot tall log was dropped on him. Contractors working on the job site failed to follow Oregon OSHA safety training guidelines or ensure that safe tree cutting practices were being followed. As a result of his injuries, the injured worker incurred over $1.4 million in medical bills. He will need medical care for the rest of his life and will be unable to return to work to support his family. The case settled before trial for a confidential amount.

$926,000

Jury Verdict

Peterson v. Bard, et al.

A medical device was marketed and sold without adequate warnings of potential complications known by the manufacturer. The device failed after it was surgically implanted and presented a life-threatening situation for a young man requiring emergency surgery. We obtained the first jury verdict in the country for a failure to warn about the dangers of this device.”

$618,000

Jury Trial Verdict

Severe Injury to Overhead Cable Worker

An overhead cable technician was injured when his employer sent him to work on a line that had been attached to a telephone pole in a dangerous manner that violated state and federal safety standards. He was not warned of the dangerous condition. The worker suffered a permanent injury when the cable detached from the pole, causing the worker to fall and badly break his hip. He required surgery and was unable to return to work for an extended period. At trial, the jury returned a verdict for $618,000.00. As a result, the worker was able to pay his large amount of medical bills, obtain training for a new job that he was physically capable of doing, and care for his family.

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Confidential Settlement

Injury From Dangerous Equipment on Public Road

A woman was critically injured and suffered a brain injury when a piece of industrial equipment caused a massive vehicle collision. The equipment had been poorly designed and created an extreme danger to others on public roads. The manufacturer did not warn workers of the danger or how the defect may be cured. The case settled for a confidential amount.

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Confidential Settlement

Injury From Defective Pickup Truck Parts

The mother of two small children was left to care for them alone when her husband suffered a severe brain injury due to the failure of defective parts in a pickup truck. The manufacturer and local distributor of the truck knew of the propensity of the parts to fail and had been on notice of other similar injuries. The case settled for a confidential amount.

$1,300,000

Settlement

Severe Injury From Drunk Driver Crash

A young man was standing on the side of a road when a drunk driver hit him. He was partially paralyzed and unable to work for an extended period of time due to his injury. The case settled before a lawsuit was filed and the young man was able to pay his large amount of past and future medical bills and the remainder was placed into a trust fund to support him and his family to allow him to get training for a job that he is physically capable of doing.

$600,000

Settlement

Underinsured Motorist Claim From Car Crash

A young woman suffered severe injury in an automobile accident caused by someone else. She is unable to work or care for herself. The insurance coverage involved five different companies in separate states. Through negotiations, she received a waiver of over $700,000.00 in medical bill reimbursements and obtained $600,000.00 in insurance proceeds that were placed into a trust fund to pay for her future medical care and cover her lost wages.

$628,000

Jury Trial Verdict

Rear-End Car Crash Resulting In Back Surgeries

A mother of two was injured when hit from behind in a car crash. She required several back surgeries due to injuries to the discs in her low back. As a result she missed work and incurred a large amount of medical bills. A unanimous jury returned a verdict in her favor.

$1,400,000

Settlement

Severe Injury From Bad Intersection Design

A young man was severely injured when a vehicle tried to negotiate a blind intersection that was known to be dangerous, but never repaired. We negotiated down the medical bills that had been over $500,000 and we settled the case after taking it all the way to the Oregon Supreme Court.

$225,000

Settlement

Injuries From Truck Crash

A couple was seriously injured when an armored truck ran a red light and crashed into their vehicle. Both were required to seek in-patient medical care and one required surgery to repair broken bones. Their accident claims settled for $225,000.00 and this money was used to pay their medical bills and allow them to put their lives back in order.

$200,000

Settlement

Injuries From FedEx Semi Truck Crash

The driver of a FedEx Freight semi truck crashed into another semi truck while driving at high speed on snow and ice when his brakes were not functioning properly. The plaintiff obtained a judgment of $200,000.00 to pay his lost wages and fix his damaged truck.

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Confidential Settlement

Severe Injury From Truck Crash

A woman was critically injured and suffered a brain injury when a piece of industrial equipment caused a massive vehicle accident just south of Portland. The equipment had not been fixed or taken out of service after the manufacturer and the owner learned of the dangerous defect. Instead, it continued to be operated on a public roadway in a condition known to be dangerous. The case settled for a confidential amount.

$$$

Confidential Settlement

Death From Commercial Semi Truck Hitting Pedestrian

A four year-old child was struck by a commercial semi truck at an intersection and killed. The case settled for a confidential amount to set up a fund for the surviving children’s education.

$120,000

Settlement

Pedestrian Injured When Hit By Bus

A pedestrian in a crosswalk was hit by a bus making a turn and broke her leg. The plaintiff obtained a settlement for $120,000.00 to pay her medical treatment bills.

Personal Injury, Personal Advocacy, Personalized Results

In every personal injury case, we offer personalized advocacy tailored to our clients’ unique needs and circumstances. Our commitment to personal advocacy ensures that each client receives the attention and support they deserve throughout the legal process. As a result, we consistently deliver personalized results that prioritize our clients’ well-being and legal objectives.

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"When searching for an attorney regarding my medical issue, Keith was recommended to us. These past four years have been difficult, but once we asked Keith to represent us, my family and I felt reassured that my case was in good hands! We recently reached settlement and feel so good about it!"
Nancy JMedical Malpractice Client
"I highly recommend Keith Dozier! He is compassionate, knowledgeable, professional, kind and diligent. Working with him was a pleasure. He helped my daughter and I immensely. Truly a great guy that I was so thankful to have in my corner."
Miranda S.Birth Injury Client
"Keith and his team did a fantastic job with our case. They are hardworking, knowledgeable, and helpful with our case. We are super grateful for all that they did for us."
Mike E.Car Accident Client

Choose WKD Law for Personalized Advocacy and Proven Results in Personal Injury Cases

Why WKD Law Firm

  • No fee unless we win your case
  • Available 24/7, with limited caseload to focus on you
  • Extensive personal injury trial experience
  • Backed by highly skilled team and experts
  • All case costs are advanced to you
  • Practicing personal injury law in Oregon since 2001
  • Highly rated – listed on Top Lawyer since 2013
  • Solid reputation backed by happy clients and peer referrals

ABOUT KEITH DOZIER

Portland Personal Injury Lawyer

Keith has tried personal injury cases to verdict in state and federal courts and has been recognized by his former clients and fellow Oregon lawyers for his record of providing ethical and effective representation. He has achieved notable results, including a $1,750,000 settlement for a medication error case, a $618,000 verdict for a workplace injury case, a $600,000 verdict for a car accident case, and a medical product liability verdict of just under $1 million.

Keith has been rated among the Top 50 lawyers in Oregon by peer review in Super Lawyers, has been elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates, and is listed in Best Lawyers in America. Keith is rated “10.0 Superb” by the independent rating service Avvo.com and is rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell, its highest rating for ethical conduct and legal skill.
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WKD Law is dedicated to personal injury cases, serving clients in Portland and throughout Oregon. With a history of successfully trying personal injury cases to verdict in state and federal courts, we prioritize ethical and effective representation. Our recognition by former clients and fellow Oregon lawyers underscores our commitment to justice.

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