Jun 27th, 2025

Why We Support Senate Bill 174: Holding Insurance Companies Accountable

At Spooner Staggs, we believe that all Oregonians deserve protection from unfair and deceptive business practices—no exceptions. That’s why we strongly support Senate Bill 174, a critical piece of legislation currently before the Oregon Legislature. Under current law, the Unlawful Trade Practices Act (UTPA) protects consumers from deceptive conduct by businesses in nearly…

Mar 31st, 2025

Fighting for Consumer Rights: Tyler Staggs Featured in Public News Service Article on Insurance Accountability

At Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers, we are dedicated to protecting consumers from unfair insurance practices. That’s why we are proud to share that our own Tyler Staggs was recently quoted in a Public News Service article discussing new legislation aimed at holding insurance companies accountable under the Unlawful Trade Practices…

Mar 24th, 2025

Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers: Leading the Charge on Moody Claims

At Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers, our team is at the forefront of litigating claims arising from the Oregon Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Moody v. Oregon Community Credit Union, commonly known as Moody claims. Drawing on decades of experience representing insurance companies under the mentorship of Ralph Spooner, we are now leveraging…

Oct 9th, 2024

New Lawsuit Featured in The Oregonian Exposes Gig Economy Dangers

The Oregonian featured a $16 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers last week. The suit alleges that an Instacart delivery driver, distracted by the company’s app, struck and killed a pedestrian. Ralph Spooner is quoted in the article saying: “These tech companies make huge profits while the…

Sep 19th, 2024

Spooner Staggs Featured in Portland Business Journal for Landmark $28.5 Million Lawsuit

Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers has been featured in the Portland Business Journal for our involvement in a high-profile $28.5 million lawsuit utilizing the Oregon Supreme Court’s groundbreaking Moody decision. This ruling is reshaping the legal landscape for insurance claims across Oregon, empowering injured Oregonians to seek justice for emotional distress damages caused by insurance companies…

Aug 12th, 2024

Lawdragon spotlights Tyler Staggs’ fight for justice

Tyler Staggs has made a bold and impactful shift in his legal career, transitioning from defending insurance companies to advocating for plaintiffs in serious injury cases. In this compelling Lawdragon feature, Tyler discusses the firm’s transformation and the powerful strategies they now employ to secure justice for Spooner Staggs clients. His deep…

Jul 17th, 2024

PTSD Injuries: Invisible Scars, Real Justice

When people think of personal injuries, they often envision visible wounds – broken bones and other physical trauma. However, some of the most debilitating injuries can be invisible, affecting the mind rather than the body. At Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers, we understand the profound impact of psychological injuries, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (“PTSD”). We are committed to…

Jul 8th, 2024

Preventing “Dooring” Accidents: Adopt “The Dutch Reach” for Safer Streets

Hello, Oregonians! With the Tour de France in full swing, we’re reminded of the beauty, power, and importance of cycling. The personal injury attorneys at Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers are avid cyclists and want to highlight a critical safety issue for riders: the risk of “dooring” accidents. What is a…

Jul 2nd, 2024

Top 10 tips to staying safe this 4th of July

As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks, BBQs, and fun with family and friends, the personal injury attorneys at Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers want to emphasize the importance of safety during this festive time. Over the years, we’ve seen hundreds of devastating, often permanent injuries that could have…

Jun 6th, 2024

Some scars can’t be seen.

And sometimes the worst damage from a traumatic event is invisible. The insurance industry is aware of the devastating long-term effects of PTSD – but they don’t like to pay for it. It’s our job to ensure that our clients get validation and justice for the very real harm they’ve experienced…