Personal Injury Attorney Salem, Oregon

One moment, you’re going about your day. Next, everything changes. A car accident, a fall, a preventable mistake by someone else, and suddenly you’re facing medical bills, missed work, and pain that won’t let up. If that sounds familiar, you don’t have to figure this out on your own.

At Youd Law, our personal injury law firm in Salem is built around one idea: people come first. Attorney Lance D. Youd has spent over 30 years standing up for injured Oregonians. Not because it’s just a job, but because everyone deserves someone in their corner when life gets hard. When you work with Lance, you get honest answers, personal attention, and a legal advocate who knows how to get results.

What Is a Personal Injury Claim?

A personal injury claim is a legal action you file when someone else’s negligence or carelessness causes you harm, whether that’s physical, emotional, or financial. According to the Oregon State Bar, injured individuals have the right to seek fair compensation for damages caused by another party’s actions or inattention (osbar.org). In most cases, that means working with insurance companies, and insurance companies rarely make things easy. That’s where having a skilled personal injury attorney makes all the difference.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

No two accidents are the same, and neither are the injuries that follow. As your injury attorney, Lance and the Youd Law team are prepared to take on a wide range of cases, including:

Car and rear-end vehicle accidents
Motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents
Commercial vehicle and truck accidents
Drunk driver accidents
Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Head, neck, and back injuries
Wrongful death
Product liability
Medical malpractice

Whatever the circumstances, we’ll listen to your story, review the facts, and give you an honest assessment of your options, at no cost to you.

Why Choose Youd Law as Your Personal Injury Lawyer?

We know you have choices when it comes to hiring a personal injury lawyer. Here’s what sets Lance and our team apart:

No recovery, no fee. You won’t pay a dime unless we win your case.
One-on-one attention. Lance personally handles your case. You’re never passed off to a junior associate.
Proven negotiation skills. Insurance companies know Lance by name. He has a well-demonstrated track record of reducing medical liens and securing maximum compensation.
Transparency and communication. We keep you informed every step of the way, so you’re never left guessing.

When people search for the best personal injury lawyer in Salem, our reviews speak volumes. Our clients trust us because we treat them like neighbors–that’s who they are after all.

How the Process Works

Filing a personal injury claim can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with pain and recovery. That’s why we handle the heavy lifting. From gathering evidence and consulting with medical experts to negotiating directly with insurance adjusters, our team manages every detail so you can focus on healing. Oregon law generally gives you two years from the date of your injury to file a claim (ORS 12.110), so it’s important not to wait too long to explore your options.

Serving Salem, Lake Oswego, Portland, and Beyond

If you’re searching for a “personal injury attorney near me” in Oregon, Youd Law proudly serves communities throughout the Willamette Valley and beyond. See our locations page to find the office nearest you.

You shouldn’t have to fight an insurance company alone, and with Lance on your side, you won’t have to. Contact Youd Law today for a free, no-obligation case review. It’s free to ask Lance, and it could change everything.

Our clients say it best

    
 
 
         
   Ron Taylor 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks for fighting for me Lance!
  
 
        
   Robert Perkey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance. D Youd was  a very effective and attentive attorney for my family. I couldn't be happy with the service i received from everyone in his firm.I would recommend him to anyone needing a a professional laywer.
  
 
        
   Timothy Kamis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good lawyer will try hard to get the best deal he can for you...will take the time to explain everything in simple language so you understand it ...has a hard working staff they treat you with respect and will return your calls and emails in a timely matter.. anytime I had a question they responded fast..
  
 
        
   Julie Finegan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best decision I made was talking with Lance Youd!!!!! I was injured a car wreck that wasn't my fault. After some contact with the insurance company, I decided to contact Lance Youd.  He had great reviews!!!!! He called me back in short order and he listened and understood that I had some injuries that would be with me for life. He also knew how hard it would be for me to stand up for myself. So I put my faith in this man!!!!!!!! Well put it was!!!!!  He really does know what he's doing!!!!! And he really does care about the person he is representing!!!! His staff does too!!!!! I can't recommend Lance Youd enough!!!! He and his staff are amazing!!!!!
  
 
        
   collie mollie 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance Youd was very professional. Was very pleased in how my case was handled. His staff was very nice too.
  
 
        
   Honorable Veteran 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I called , unfortunately Mr. Youd isn’t taking family law clients, but his awesome staff did provide me with a few names they recommended for divorce, one of the nicest and helpful people during this search , great work front line staff !! I was treated with courtesy, respect.
  
 
        
   Casey Mills 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance Youd and his team are truly amazing…100%!!! Everyone listens, is hard-working, attentive, and clearly there to help the client in the legal process. Lance was great from the first meeting all the way through the settlement. Truthful, great guidance, great communication and follow-through, professional, polite, and someone I have no reservations recommending to others who have been in a vehicle accident. Guided me wonderfully every step of the way and I would not change anything about the process (except for the accident never happening in the first place). Thank you for everything, Lance …. I absolutely appreciate you and your team!!!
  
 
        
   Jada Ashley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance did an amazing job helping me and walking me through the whole process after my car accident! I’ve never been in a car accident before so everything was new to me! I can’t thank him and his staff enough for walking me through every step of the way! If you’re looking for an amazing lawyer/ amazing staff for any of your needs, I would definitely give him a call! It’s such a relief to know if I ever need help with anything else I can and will definitely reach out to him in the future!! I can’t thank Lance and his staff enough!!
  
 
        
   Antonio Linares 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance and his team were a great help during our time of need. I recommend them to anyone who needs an attorney.
  
 
        
   Cinda Ritson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance Youd was wonderful to work with and he made one feel so comfortable. His experience and knowledge is amazing. We are so grateful to him for all of his hard work and dedication to me. I couldn’t have done it without him and his support. Sincerely, Bob and Cinda Ritson
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 89 reviews,showing only 5 star reviews