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We are a Portland, Oregon law firm that represents injured and disabled people in litigation. We use our legal work and community activism to improve the lives of working and injured people by advocating for safe communities and work practices, fair benefits and full compensation. Click for info and brochure.

James Coon

James Coon

Personal Injury & Appellate Law

Founding partner James Coon has over 30 years of experience handling personal injury cases and appellate law. read more

Cynthia Newton

Cynthia Newton

Personal Injury & Catastrophic Injury

Trial lawyer Cynthia Newton has over 20 years of experience handling catastrophic personal injury cases in California and Oregon. read more

Chris Frost

Chris Frost

Workers' Compensation

STC lawyer Chris Frost leads the firm's workers' compensation practice area for people with on-the-job injuries. read more

Cheryl Coon

Cheryl Coon

Social Security and Veterans' Disability

Attorney Cheryl Coon applies her expertise to the areas of social security and veterans' disability law in the state of Oregon. read more

Ray Thomas

Ray Thomas

Personal Injury, Bicycle & Pedestrian Law

Founding partner Ray Thomas applies his personal injury litigation expertise to the area of bicycle and pedestrian law in the state of Oregon. read more

Charley Gee

Charley Gee

Personal Injury

Charley Gee is a personal injury attorney for STC. read more

Let STC Help You

Workers Comp

Worker's Compensation

  • Learn About Your Rights
  • Answers to Your Medical Questions
Personal Injury

Personal Injury

  • What to Do if You are Hurt
  • Personal Injury Resources
Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic Injuries

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Wrongful Death
Social Security

Social Security

  • Are You Disabled?
  • Medical Impairments
  • Winning your case
Bicycle and Pedestrian Law

Bicycle and Pedestrian Law

  • Bicycle Legal Guide
  • Know Your Rights
  • Legal Guide for People on Foot
On-The-Job Injuries

On-The-Job Injuries

  • What to Do if You are Hurt

In the News

Philip Morris agrees to pay Oregon $56 million...
Tobacco company Philip Morris has agreed to pay $56 million in punitive damages and interest to the state of Oregon, finally ending a 14-year battle over damages in the death of a Portland smoker. Read more.

Oregon Labor Law Conference 2012
January 27, 2012, Cheryl Coon will present on all aspects of Social Security disability, including eligibility, timelines, and process at the Oregon Labor Law Conference. Read more.

The Beaverton Library Presents: Are You Disabled? Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Social Security Disability Benefits but Didn't Know Who to Ask
Social Security attorney Cheryl Coon will provide information and advice about Social Security disability benefits at the Beaverton Library, Tuesday April 24, 2012 4:00-6:00. Read more.

GOOD NEWS FOR SSI RECIPIENTS:
Federal SSI payment levels will increase by 3.6 percent, effective for payments that are made in January 2012.

STC Attorney to Chair International Environmental Law Organization
Cheryl Coon has been elected to chair the Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide, an international organization that helps public interest environmental advocates collaborate and share strategies across borders.

Ray Thomas Completes Share the Road Safety Class
SRSC is a class developed for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists who have received a citation for a road violation, and focuses on traffic law and safety.
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Parkinson's Disease Event for People 59 and Under (March 17)
Cheryl Coon will present on Social Security Disability for individuals with young-onset Parkinson's Disease on March 17, 2012, at the OHSU Parkinson Center of Oregon, in partnership with the Brian Grant Foundation. Read More

Social Security Disability benefits for Parkinson's Disease
Social Security attorney Cheryl Coon will visit the Parkinson's Center of OHSU April 14 to provide information and advice about Social Security disability benefits for people with a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease. read more

The postings include revised UCJI No. 5.01 (Precautionary Instructions) and three new instructions, UCJI No. 10.09 (Evidence Received for Limited Purpose), UCJI No. 10.10 (Testimony By Agreement) and UCJI No. 10.11 (Stipulations of Fact). These instructions were promulgated by the Oregon State Bar Uniform Jury Instruction Committee, charged with drafting and reviewing instructions for use in civil jury trials statewide. STC personal injury attorney Cynthia Newton currently chairs the Bar's UCJI committee.

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