Madras Personal Injury Lawyer

A head-on crash on US-26, a collision at a busy US-97 intersection, or a dog attack close to home can change your life in seconds. Suddenly you are dealing with medical care, time off work, a damaged vehicle and an insurance company that wants to close your claim quickly. Telaré Law represents injured people in Madras and across Jefferson County, and we handle the insurance company so you can focus on healing.

When you choose Telaré Law as your Madras personal injury lawyer, you get trial attorneys who know Oregon law and the local courts. Your consultation is free, and you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.

Serving Madras From Our Bend Office

Our nearest office is in downtown Bend, about 43 miles south of Madras on US-97, or roughly an hour’s drive. Every visit is scheduled in advance so that an attorney is there when you arrive. If your injuries make the trip difficult, we can come to you at home or at the hospital, and much of your case can be handled by phone. For directions and hours, visit our Bend personal injury law office.

Culver and Metolius

We also represent clients in Culver and Metolius, the smaller communities along the Culver Highway (OR-361) just south of Madras. Injury lawsuits from all three towns are generally filed in Jefferson County Circuit Court in Madras. If a crash happened on the Warm Springs Reservation along US-26, jurisdiction rules can affect where and how a claim is brought, and we review that at the start.

Injury Cases We Handle in Madras

We represent people hurt by someone else’s carelessness in and around Madras, including:

Car accident claims in Oregon: rear-end, intersection and head-on crashes on US-97, US-26 and local roads.
Truck accident claims in Oregon: collisions with semis, farm trucks and commercial vehicles on the highways through Jefferson County.
Motorcycle accident claims in Oregon: riders hurt by drivers who failed to see them.
Bicycle accident claims in Oregon: cyclists struck on city streets and rural shoulders.
Pedestrian accident claims in Oregon: people hit in crosswalks, parking lots and along the highway.
Boat accident claims in Oregon: injuries on Lake Billy Chinook and other Central Oregon waters.
Dog bite claims in Oregon: attacks by a neighbor’s dog or a dog running loose.
Wrongful death claims in Oregon: families who lost someone to another person’s negligence.

After a Madras Oregon car accident, the other driver’s insurer may call within days and ask for a recorded statement. Talk with an attorney before you agree to one.

No Fee Unless We Recover

We take injury cases on contingency. You pay nothing upfront, and there is no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Your fee agreement is in writing, so you know the terms before any work begins.

Real People on Your Case, Every Step

Every client is assigned a pod of three people: a Case Manager who handles your claim before any lawsuit is filed, a Paralegal who supports your case once it moves into litigation, and an attorney who leads your case from start to finish. Every call, text and update comes from a live person on your team, never from AI. We also commit to minimum contact: your Case Manager reaches out at least every 10 days, your Paralegal at least every 20 days during litigation, and your attorney at least every 30 days. Living an hour from our office does not mean waiting to hear from us.

Oregon Law That Applies to Your Madras Claim

Two years to file. Most Oregon personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the injury (ORS 12.110). Wrongful death claims generally allow three years (ORS 30.020).
Your share of fault matters. Oregon uses modified comparative fault (ORS 31.600). You can recover as long as your fault is not greater than the combined fault of those you are claiming against, and your award is reduced by your percentage.
PIP pays first. Oregon auto policies must include personal injury protection (PIP), which covers medical expenses and some lost income regardless of who caused the crash.
Public bodies need early notice. Claims against a city, county or state agency require a written tort claim notice within 180 days of the injury, or within one year for a wrongful death claim (ORS 30.275).

Madras Roads, Hospitals and Courts We Know

US-97 and US-26 meet in Madras, bringing north-south freight traffic together with travelers heading to Warm Springs, Mount Hood and Portland. OR-361 carries local traffic south through Metolius and Culver. High speeds on these two-lane stretches, combined with farm equipment and seasonal traffic, make serious crashes a real risk.

We request the records your case needs from the agencies and providers that serve Jefferson County:

Police reports: the Madras Police Department for crashes in the city, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office for county roads, and the Oregon State Police for highway collisions.
Medical records: St. Charles Madras, the only hospital in Jefferson County, and St. Charles Bend, where patients with serious injuries are often transferred.
Courts: Madras-area injury lawsuits are generally filed in Jefferson County Circuit Court on SW E Street in Madras, and federal cases in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon.

Compensation After a Madras Injury

Depending on the facts, your claim may include:

Medical bills, including future treatment, therapy and rehabilitation
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain, mental suffering, emotional distress and interference with normal activities
Vehicle repair or replacement and other property damage
Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

Every case is different, and we will give you an honest view of what yours may be worth.

How a Madras Injury Case Works

Many people looking for attorneys in Madras Oregon are not sure where to start. Here is what the process looks like with Telaré Law:

Free consultation. You tell us what happened, and we explain your options with no obligation.
Investigation. We collect police reports, photos, witness statements and any available video before it disappears.
Treatment and documentation. You focus on recovery while your team tracks medical records and bills.
Demand and negotiation. Once your treatment is complete or your future care can be projected, we present a full demand to the insurer.
Lawsuit if needed. Most cases settle, but we prepare every case as if it will go to trial and file suit when an insurer refuses to be fair.

What Our Clients Say

Telaré Law has earned hundreds of Google reviews from clients across Washington and Oregon, and the firm has recovered more than $150 million for injured clients. Read Telaré Law client testimonials or browse Telaré Law case results.

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage does a personal injury lawyer take in Oregon?

Most injury lawyers, including Telaré Law, work on contingency, meaning the fee is a percentage of the money recovered. You pay nothing upfront, and no attorney fee is owed if there is no recovery. We explain the exact percentage in a written agreement before any work begins.

Can you sue for pain and suffering in Oregon?

Yes. Oregon law allows injured people to recover noneconomic damages, which include pain, mental suffering, emotional distress and interference with normal activities. The amount depends on the injury, how it affects your daily life, and the evidence that documents it.

Is it hard to prove pain and suffering?

It can be, because there is no bill or receipt for pain. We document it through medical records, treatment history, and testimony from you and the people close to you. Consistent treatment and a simple daily journal of your symptoms can make a real difference.

How long do I have to file an injury claim in Oregon?

Most Oregon personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the injury. Wrongful death claims generally allow three years, and claims against a public body require written notice much sooner, usually within 180 days. Because these deadlines are shorter than in Washington, it is worth calling early.

Do I need to travel to Bend to work with Telaré Law?

No. Much of your case can be handled by phone, and when a meeting makes sense, we schedule it at our Bend office or come to you at home or the hospital. Your team keeps you updated throughout, so the distance does not slow your case down.

Talk to a Madras Personal Injury Lawyer Today

Call 509-736-3160 or schedule a free consultation with Telaré Law online. We will review what happened, explain your options, and help you decide on next steps.