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Serving Salem, Marion County & Clients Across Oregon A car crash can turn your life upside down, leaving you with medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress. At Merkel & Conner, we fight for maximum compensation so you can focus on recovery.
With decades of experience, we have successfully represented thousands of car accident victims in Oregon. We handle everything—negotiations, paperwork, and trials—so you don’t have to.
Car Accidents
Managing a trust requires legal knowledge and attention to detail. We help trustees fulfill their duties while ensuring compliance with state laws and trust terms.
Truck & 18 Wheeler
Proper asset distribution ensures beneficiaries receive their rightful inheritance. We handle the legal process to prevent disputes and ensure a smooth transfer.
Motorcycle Accidents
Settling an estate involves legal filings, debt resolution, and asset transfers. We guide families through every step to ensure an efficient and stress-free process.
Pedestrian Accidents
Managing a trust requires legal knowledge and attention to detail. We help trustees fulfill their duties while ensuring compliance with state laws and trust terms.
Bicycle Accidents
Proper asset distribution ensures beneficiaries receive their rightful inheritance. We handle the legal process to prevent disputes and ensure a smooth transfer.
Interstate Accidents
Settling an estate involves legal filings, debt resolution, and asset transfers. We guide families through every step to ensure an efficient and stress-free process.
✔ 25 fatal crashes in 2024, resulting in 27 deaths.
✔ An alarming increase in accidents compared to previous years.
✔ High-risk intersections and increased traffic congestion contribute to serious collisions.
According to a study by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) injured claimants who work with a lawyer receive, on average, 3.5 times more compensation than those who negotiate alone.
Source: https://www.insurance-research.org/research-publications/study-finds-mo
re-auto-injury-claimants-are-hiring-attorneys
✔ Medical Expenses – Coverage for hospital bills, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment.
✔ Lost Wages & Future Earnings – Compensation for time off work and reduced earning capacity.
✔ Pain & Suffering – Damages for emotional distress, trauma, and long-term pain.
✔ Property Damage – Reimbursement for vehicle repairs or replacement. We work to maximize your compensation so you can focus on recovery.
Data from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Statesman Journal (2018-2022) identifies these intersections as Salem’s most collision-prone areas:
✔ 24 reported crashes
✔ 1 serious injury, 16 total injuries
✔ A high-traffic corridor connecting downtown Salem and West Salem
✔ 22 crashes reported
✔ 3 serious injuries
✔ A major route leading to the Marion Street Bridge, a vital connection to West Salem and the Oregon Coast
✔ Commercial St. SE & Madrona Ave. SE – Heavy traffic flow and frequent turning conflicts.
✔ Lancaster Dr. NE & Market St. NE – High congestion, multiple lanes, and pedestrian crossings increase risk.
✔ Other accident-prone locations due to congestion, road design, and driver behaviors.
✔ Over 45 Years of Experience – Handling car crash cases in Oregon since 1979.
✔ Millions Recovered for Clients – Fighting for the maximum compensation possible.
✔ Direct Access to Attorneys – You’ll always speak directly with a lawyer.
✔ We Handle Everything – From investigations to insurance negotiations, we take care of it all.
NO fee Unless We WIN Your Case – We work on a contingent fee.
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident, don’t face the legal proces alone. Merkel & Conner Personal Injury Law Firm is here to help.
✔ No fees unless we win your case.
✔ Millions recovered for car crash victims.
✔ Easy access to your attorney—Kevin Conner shares his personal cell
number!
