by Greg Reinert | Feb 6, 2024
On December 29, 2023, the Oregon Supreme Court issued its much anticipated opinion in Moody v. Oregon Cmty. Credit Union, 371 Or. 772 (2023). As discussed below, the opinion generally affirmed the Oregon Court of Appeals January 2022 decision that caused quite a stir...
by Maggie Donohue | Oct 5, 2023
It is well established in Oregon that a plaintiff’s mere negligence cannot be compared to a defendant’s higher culpable conduct, such as reckless, wanton, or willful conduct. Hampton Tree Farms, Inc. v. Jewett, 158 Or. App. 376, 393–94, 974 P.2d 738, 747. But simple...
by MSM Legal | Sep 26, 2023
MacMillan, Scholz & Marks, LLC, Portland, OR Established Portland, Oregon law firm specializing in insurance defense seeking an entry to mid-level associate attorney with 2-5 years practical experience in civil litigation to complete our insurance defense team....
by Megan Ferris, Leslie Kocher-Moar, Annapurna Raman and Christine Reinert | Aug 20, 2023
MacMillan, Scholz & Marks is delighted to share that four of our attorneys were named in the newly released 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. The venerable guide identifies the top five percent of lawyers in the United States. We congratulate the...
by Ashley Shearer, Annapurna Raman, Christine Reinert, Leslie Kocher-Moar and Megan Ferris | Jul 25, 2023
MacMillan, Scholz & Marks had a strong showing in the 2023 edition of Oregon Super Lawyers magazine, which was released today. All four of the firm’s women owners — Annapurna Raman, Megan Ferris, Christine Reinert, and Leslie Kocher-Moar — were...
by Corey Kozachenko | Jun 12, 2023
Subrogation recoveries can often become an afterthought in the insurance industry. However, in large loss subrogation cases, retaining subrogation counsel early may help carriers maximize their recovery. These cases involve significant financial stakes and complex...
