holding that the purpose of ORS 742.538, allowing a PIP insurer to compel the injured person to bring an action to recover PIP benefits from the tortfeasor, “was to protect the insurer against an insured who may be disinclined to pursue an action against a third-party tortfeasor because the insured has already recovered any losses through PIP benefits”
Summary of this case from Hughes v. City of PortlandJanuary 18, 2000
holding that the purpose of ORS 742.538, allowing a PIP insurer to compel the injured person to bring an action to recover PIP benefits from the tortfeasor, “was to protect the insurer against an insured who may be disinclined to pursue an action against a third-party tortfeasor because the insured has already recovered any losses through PIP benefits”
Summary of this case from Hughes v. City of PortlandFull title:PETITIONS FOR REVIEW
Court:Oregon Supreme Court
Date published: Jan 18, 2000
Argued and submitted April 9, 1998, affirmed August 25, 1999,petition for review denied January 18, 2000 (…
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