Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers

06/26/2025

🎥 Standing Up for Oregon Consumers

We’re proud to share testimony from our partner, Tyler Staggs, in support of Senate Bill 174—a bill that would finally remove the insurance industry’s exemption from Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act.

All of us at Spooner Staggs support this important legislation because Oregonians deserve protection from unfair and deceptive practices—no matter the industry. It’s time to level the playing field.

📹 Watch Tyler’s testimony below
📄 Read the full statement here: https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/PublicTestimonyDocument/217234

03/31/2025

Tyler Staggs was recently quoted in a Public News Service article discussing critical legislation to protect Oregon consumers from unfair insurance practices. This bill strengthens the Unlawful Trade Practices Act (UTPA), ensuring that insurers play fair and uphold their promises to policyholders.

At Spooner Staggs Trial Lawyers, we fight for consumers’ rights and believe that accountability in the insurance industry is long overdue. Check out the full article at the link below.

New legislation would bring the insurance industry under Oregon's Unlawful Trade Practices Act. Supporters said the change would protect consumers from deceptive practices. Tyler Staggs, an attorney in Portland, represented insurers for nearly 20 years. ...

09/19/2024

Our firm was recently featured in a story by the Portland Business Journal that covers a new $28.5 million lawsuit utilizing the Oregon Supreme Court's landmark "Moody" decision. Moody changed the landscape for insurance claims in Oregon, allowing injured Oregonians to sue their reckless or uncaring insurance companies for mental health injuries and damages like PTSD and emotional distress.

At Spooner Staggs, we use our unique experience on both sides of these cases to fight for fair treatment and compensation for our seriously injured clients. Read the article to see how this ruling is making a difference for Oregonians.

Customers are suing their insurance companies for emotional distress over denied and delayed claims after pivotal Oregon Supreme Court ruling.

08/12/2024

We're excited to share a recent Lawdragon.com feature on our own Tyler Staggs, spotlighting his remarkable transition from defending insurance companies to championing the rights of injured plaintiffs. Tyler's deep industry knowledge and relentless pursuit of justice have quickly made Spooner Staggs a powerful advocate for those in need. This article offers insight into his journey and the innovative strategies driving the firm's success. Click below to read the full story and see how we're making a difference in the courtroom and our clients’ lives at Spooner Staggs.

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Staggs is a trial lawyer, through and through – now on the plaintiffs' side after a successful practice in insurance defense.

08/11/2024

We had a blast at our first Oregon Trial Lawyers Association’s Annual Conference! Thank you everyone for the warm welcome. We look forward to next year’s convention at Sunriver Resort!

07/02/2024

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 been avoided with a little extra precaution.

We’ve also spoken at length with emergency room doctors and nurses, orthopedic surgeons, and ophthalmologists who sadly anticipate the inevitable harm they will encounter on July 3rd and 4th. These professionals have urged us to help them spread the word on safe practices to avoid debilitating injuries and ensure everyone can enjoy the holiday safely.

Here are our top ten crucial safety tips from us at Spooner Staggs to help you celebrate the 4th of July holiday without any accidents.

1. Buy Legal Fireworks – Purchase from credible, licensed vendors.
2. Follow the Instructions – Always read the packaging.
3. Keep a Safe Distance – Light fireworks in open areas away from people, buildings, and trees.
4. Supervise Children – Only adults should handle fireworks.
5. Use a Flat, Stable Surface – Never light fireworks in your hand.
6. Have Water Ready – Keep a bucket of water or a hose nearby.
7. Wear Safety Gear – Protect your eyes with safety glasses.
8. Don't Relight Duds – Wait 20 minutes, then soak in water.
9. Stay Sober – Avoid alcohol and drugs when handling fireworks.
10. Respect Local Laws – Follow local fireworks regulations.

By following these tips, we can all enjoy a safe and fun holiday! Remember, if you or someone you know gets injured in an accident that wasn’t their fault, we're here to help. Your safety is our priority. Have a happy, healthy, and safe Independence Day!

For more info or legal assistance, call 503.378.7777 or visit spoonerstaggs.com.

Stay safe, Oregon!

06/10/2024

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 – even when personal injury means more than physical injury. We demonstrated our commitment last week, securing a $5.5 million award for our deserving client who is still struggling bravely to put his life back together after a car crash caused by an uninsured motorist.

We hear this is the largest award of this type against an insurer in Oregon history. We couldn’t be prouder of our client who trusted us with his future, as well as trial lawyers Tyler Staggs and Tom Spooner, and the whole Spooner Staggs team. If you have a friend, family member, or client who needs elite injury lawyers, we would be honored to have you contact us to discuss how we might be able to help.

04/12/2024

We're proud to have one of our senior partners, Tom Spooner, profiled by Lawdragon. Check it out!

After spending most of his career aggressively defending insurance companies, he's now firmly footed on the plaintiffs’ side.

04/01/2024

You can now follow us on Instagram at Instagram.com/spoonerstaggs! ()

04/01/2024

April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. On average, 9 people die every day due to distracted driving. From 2017-2021, there were 26,264 crashes resulting in 194 fatalities and 24,264 injuries caused by crashes involving a distracted driver in Oregon. Join us and other organizations, like the National Safety Council, in making our roads safer by not using your cell phone while driving.

03/31/2024

Happy Easter!

03/26/2024

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families in the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge early this morning in Baltimore, Maryland.

Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early Tuesday after it was struck by a large ship, according to video obtained by CNN. Follow live updates here.