In Oregon, individuals who have suffered harm due to another’s failure to exercise reasonable care may be entitled to compensation for their losses. The scope of recoverable losses aims to restore the injured party, as closely as possible, to the position they would have occupied had the negligent act not occurred. This encompasses a range of potential harms stemming from the incident.
The availability of compensation serves multiple purposes. It provides financial support to aid in recovery, deters future negligent behavior by holding individuals accountable, and reinforces societal expectations of responsible conduct. Historically, the legal system has recognized the importance of providing recourse for those harmed by preventable actions, evolving to address modern challenges and complexities in personal injury law.
