Introduction
More than 35 years of representing seriously injured clients and the families of wrongful death victims define the foundation of Andersen & Linthorst, a personal injury firm based in Medford, Oregon that has spent decades refining its practice to focus exclusively on those who have suffered the most severe physical consequences of another party’s negligence. The firm does not handle minor fender-benders or low-stakes property disputes. Its scope is catastrophic injury and wrongful death, and its 35-plus year record reflects the depth of preparation that commitment demands.
The firm is located at 1730 E. McAndrews Rd., Suite A, Medford, Oregon 97504. The toll-free number is 800-637-6622. The website is andersenlaw.com
Practice Areas
Andersen & Linthorst limits its practice to personal injury for seriously injured clients, covering a range of accident types and injury categories where the consequences for victims are permanent and the legal stakes are high.
Car Accidents
The firm handles all car accident types, including those involving drunk driving, distracted driving, and collisions on Interstate 5, one of Oregon’s most heavily trafficked corridors. Oregon operates under modified comparative negligence, meaning a client can recover damages as long as they are less than 51 percent at fault. The standard statute of limitations for car accident claims in Oregon is two years. Insurance minimums in Oregon include $25,000 for bodily injury per person, $20,000 for property damage, and $15,000 for personal injury protection.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crashes frequently produce traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord trauma, severe road rash, and broken bones. Riders are disproportionately vulnerable in collisions with passenger vehicles, and the firm brings experience in the specific injury patterns and liability questions that motorcycle cases present.
Catastrophic Injuries
The firm’s specific focus on seriously injured clients means it regularly handles the most severe consequences of negligent conduct: paralysis, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, amputation, severe burns, loss of limb, and loss of vision or hearing. These cases require long-term damage calculations, expert testimony on future medical needs, and a willingness to press through extended litigation when initial settlement offers fall short.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, the injuries that result can rival the severity of any accident. The firm handles medical negligence cases and understands the expert witness requirements and procedural specifics that distinguish this practice area.
Elder Abuse and Nursing Home Neglect
Physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse in nursing homes and care facilities is a specific area of focus. The firm represents elderly victims and their families in claims against facilities that failed their duty to provide safe and dignified care.
Wrongful Death
Oregon sets a three-year statute of limitations for wrongful death claims. Four elements must be established: negligence, breach of duty, causation, and damages. Andersen & Linthorst represents families seeking accountability and compensation for the financial and emotional losses that follow the loss of a family member due to another party’s negligence.
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims
When a responsible driver lacks adequate insurance, an injured victim’s own policy may provide a path to recovery. The firm handles uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, which involve their own procedural requirements and coverage disputes.
Sexual Abuse Victims
The firm represents survivors of sexual abuse in civil claims, providing a legal pathway to accountability and compensation separate from any criminal proceedings.
Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists face significant vulnerability in collisions with motor vehicles. The firm handles bicycle accident claims throughout Oregon.
Product Liability
When defective products cause serious injuries, the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer may bear liability. The firm handles product liability claims as part of its catastrophic injury practice.
Attorney Profiles
Andersen & Linthorst has spent more than 35 years building a practice focused exclusively on serious personal injury and wrongful death. The firm’s approach reflects a specific philosophy: clients who have been catastrophically injured or who have lost a family member deserve lawyers who specialize in exactly that kind of case, who understand the full range of damages involved, and who are willing to litigate rather than accept inadequate settlements.
A core feature of the firm’s client relationship is that settlement decisions remain with the client. The firm pursues maximum compensation and advises clients on the value of settlement offers, but the final authority over whether to accept a settlement or proceed to trial rests with the person whose life has been affected.
Location and Service Area
1730 E. McAndrews Rd., Suite A
Medford, Oregon 97504
Toll-Free: 800-637-6622
Website: andersenlaw.com
The firm serves clients across a wide region of southern Oregon: Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Medford, Ashland, Jacksonville, Applegate, White City, Central Point, Eagle Point, and throughout Oregon. For clients whose injuries prevent them from traveling to the office, the firm offers home and hospital visits, a practical accommodation that reflects an understanding of what it means to represent seriously injured people.
Client Focus
Andersen & Linthorst works on a contingency fee basis: clients pay nothing unless the firm recovers compensation on their behalf. Free consultations allow injured individuals and their families to understand their legal position before making any commitment.
The firm’s exclusive focus on serious injury means its attorneys have developed specific expertise in the types of damages that catastrophic cases involve. Long-term care costs, lost earning capacity, permanent disability accommodations, and the non-economic consequences of life-altering injuries require different preparation than standard auto accident claims, and that preparation is built into the firm’s core practice.
Oregon’s legal framework is relevant to every case the firm handles. The modified comparative negligence rule, the specific insurance minimums, and the different statutes of limitations for car accidents and wrongful death claims all affect strategy and timing. Clients benefit from counsel that knows these parameters precisely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the firm focuses exclusively on seriously injured clients?
The firm does not handle minor injury claims or property damage disputes. Its entire practice is built around catastrophic injuries and wrongful death: paralysis, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, amputation, severe burns, and similarly severe consequences. That focus means the firm’s experience and preparation are calibrated for exactly the kinds of cases it takes.
How long do I have to file a claim in Oregon?
For car accidents, Oregon’s statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident. For wrongful death claims, the limitation period is three years. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar a claim, so early consultation is important even if the full extent of damages is not yet clear.
What is modified comparative negligence, and how does it affect my case?
Oregon follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means that if you bear some responsibility for an accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. However, as long as you are less than 51 percent at fault, you can still recover damages. The firm analyzes the facts of each case to establish and defend the client’s fault allocation.
Does the firm come to me if I cannot travel to the Medford office?
Yes. The firm offers home and hospital visits for clients who cannot make the trip to the office due to their injuries or medical situation.
Who decides whether to accept a settlement offer?
You do. Andersen & Linthorst advises clients on the value of settlement offers and the risks of litigation, but the decision to accept or reject any offer belongs to the client. The firm does not settle cases without client authorization.
Closing
Thirty-five-plus years building a practice around Oregon’s most seriously injured clients is not an accident; it is a deliberate choice to specialize where the consequences are greatest and the preparation demands are highest. Andersen & Linthorst’s exclusive focus on catastrophic injury and wrongful death, combined with its contingency fee structure, home and hospital visits, and client-controlled settlement decisions, reflects a practice designed around what seriously injured people actually need. For a free consultation, call 800-637-6622 or visit andersenlaw.com