Over $78 million in verdicts and settlements in 19 years.
Michael A. Colbach
In the fall of 2022, I was hit by a car while bike commuting and had multiple injuries. I was initially reluctant to work with a personal injury lawyer but thankfully I reached out to Michael Colbach. -->More
Slater Tai
As a lawyer myself, I hired Mike to work on my personal injury case because I knew that he was a person of integrity who cared about this clients. He took the time to answer my questions and zealously advocated for me. I was never confused -->More
Michelle Ryan 
Recently I had Mike Colbach represent my wife in an auto accident [...] Because of the accident my wife was in the ICU at OHSU and wasn't able to talk so I worked with him. Right away Mike took control and told me to concentrate on taking care of my wife and he would handle all the insurance issues, court filings, hospital bills etc.Also, Mike was not one bit intimidated by one of the largest auto insurance companies in the country and in fact looked forward to the challenge of meeting them in court.......I guess they didn't like the odds and settled out of court for the full amount he demanded. -->More
Arnie Mulick
Mike on his Honda CBR 600 motorcycle at Portland International Raceway
... My boyfriend and I were involved in a very serious MVA in 2021 having been hit by a drunk driver resulting in a total loss of our vehicle and multiple bodily injuries to each of us. [...] We were able to focus on our recovery and all of the rehab necessary to heal and get well. [...] I cannot recommend Michael and his team enough to anyone who finds themselves feeling unprepared to deal with all of the challenges, insurance companies, lawyers etc., which come from and with any type of motor vehicle accident!! ---> More
Stacy Hope I have tried over 140 jury trials. I have 30 years of courtroom experience. I am exclusively dedicated to practicing personal injury law. As of November 2024 I have been practicing personal injury law for 22 years.
I am not afraid to take your case to trial if that is what it takes to maximize the amount of money you recover for your personal injury.
When I take a case, I believe in it, I will invest the necessary time, effort, and resources to secure a favorable outcome for you.
It is up to you or a jury to determine the value of your case.
Auto insurance companies do not get to determine the value of your Oregon car accident injury claim.
In every case, I advance all costs associated with pursuing your case and I do not ask you for a penny until we recover from the other side.
Mike and his staff were nothing short of awesome. They were patient and kind during a very stressful time, recovering from a pretty traumatic leg injury from a scooter accident. They did more for me in 1 week than my insurance company did for me in 2. They found the witness to my accident and because of that, they were able to secure the maximum settlement. ---> more
Teri Marie You need an Oregon personal injury attorney to fight for you. I am dedicated to helping your recover as much money as possible under the law.
Once I take your case, you can stop worrying about dealing with the insurance companies and focus on recovering. I take care of all of the paperwork, phone calls, and negotiations, so you can get on with your life.
Mike worked with me settle to a claim after I was doored and hospitalized while riding my bike. Mike and his team helped me navigate the complex insurance and claim process and ensured that I received a fair settlement. -->More
Mike at the front of the group of motorcycles at Portland International Raceway
I handle Oregon motorcycle accident cases as well as scooter and moped accident cases. Insurance companies often try to blame motorcycle riders just because they are on two wheels. It can be similar for bicycle riders and even moped / scooter riders. Insurance companies will often try to pressure you to settle quickly for less than your case actually is worth. Call me as soon as you are able to discuss your case. I do not charge for an initial consultation. If you have suffered a personal injury, you need to know right away what insurance coverage is in place to cover your medical expenses and lost wages.
I had a personal injury case in 2016 that a different attorney screwed up. I had a back fusion and needed a hip replacement. Things were not looking very good till Mr Colbach got involved. He settled my case for policy limits within a few months. -->More
Tye Strong Before you hire an attorney, make sure they are qualified. 95% of Oregon personal injury attorneys rarely, if ever, go to trial. Most are not very good at it and have had little success at trial. If you hire a lawyer who does not try cases, you are stuck taking whatever the insurance company offers. Anyone can say that they are aggressive and will fight for your rights. Make them prove it.
I started riding seriously in the mid 1990's when I sold my car and used my bicycle to commute, first hauling my mountain bike from west Linn into Lake Oswego and biking into Portland from there. Then I got a road bike and started commuting from West Linn to Portland and the Multnomah Courthouse daily, about 20 miles each way. I have put in over 30,000 miles on my bike and know what it is like to have to deal with careless drivers.
Two years ago, as I was riding my motorcycle, on my year long journey from Chile to Canada, I got very badly injured. After over 35,000 miles, my journey was abruptly interrupted, as a distracted truck driver failed to yield and cut the road a few meters ahead of me. [...] I will never thank him enough. Not only for his and his amazing crew's unparalleled professionalism, but also and perhaps even more for his help and moral support, on a more human level, when I most needed it. No wonder why he constantly gets great reviews and is the best personal injury lawyer in Oregon!-->More
David Denis ... I had no idea just how unfair the offer would be. Despite 10's of thousands of dollars in lost wages, permanent nerve damage in my arm and hand, permanent joint damage in both of my shoulders, permanent disc damage to my spine, and what I would consider to be a significant amount of pain (not to mention the inconvenience of participating in a court case and trying to get back to work ASAP), GEICO was gracious enough to offer $5k. I was shocked. Mike wasn't. -->More
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I exclusively practice personal injury trial law with a focus on bicycle accident, pedestrian accident, motorcycle accident, car accidents involving ride share like Uber and Lyft, premises liability, rental property liability, personal injury caused by an Oregon government entity or employee, truck accidents, car accidents, moped, scooter and ebike accidents, boating accidents, bicycle doored accidents, herniated disc injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), Oregon third party worker compensation claims, bus accidents, and Oregon wrongful death act claims.
Although my law office is in Portland, I represent people throughout Oregon: Portland, Salem, Eugene, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Milwaukie, Lake Oswego, Bend, Medford, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Tigard, Aloha, Keizer, Grants Pass, Ashland, Oregon City, McMinnville, Redmond, Bethany, Tualatin, West Linn, Wilsonville, Boring, Damascus, Hood River, Baker City, Washington County, Multnomah County, Columbia County, Clackamas County, Lane County, Deschutes County, Malheur County, Wheeler County, Lake County, Marion County, Harney County, Grant County.
Contact Portland personal injury attorney Michael A. Colbach, Attorney at Law PC for a free consultation.
