Eugene is home to the University of Oregon which has produced some of America’s elite runners including Steve Prefontaine and to this day is known to many as “Track town USA.” Eugene is also famous for being the birthplace of the Nike Corporation. This vibrant community is filled with political activists and alternative lifestyles.
Eugene is also home to many lawyers who take cases in fields such as estate administration, real estate, medical malpractice, personal injury, bankruptcy, and family law, among others. Lawyers in Eugene are knowledgeable of local courts and are waiting to counsel you on any legal issue.
Recently in Eugene, a person filed a lawsuit against Nike and its employee, claiming he was assaulted by the employee at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. The lawsuit sought $3.9 million, but the case has been settled out of court for an undisclosed amount.
If you are thinking of filing for bankruptcy in Eugene, you will probably be visiting the Lane County Circuit Court which also handles domestic relations, criminal cases, and tort cases among others. If you have a traffic or ordinance violation you will probably be visiting the Eugene Municipal Court.
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For more information on Eugene lawyers and courts, please see the links below:
- Lane County Court Clerk
- Lane County Bar Association
- Lane County Law Library
- Lawyer Referral Service