Claims by patients alleging sexual abuse or sexual assault by a medical provider are complex cases that routinely involve the intersection of criminal law, medical negligence, credentialing and licensure issues, and significant professional and personal ramifications for the accused provider. Keating Jones Hughes has the experience to navigate all aspects of these complicated and nuanced cases. Our firm has successfully defended providers accused of sexual misconduct before both juries and licensing boards. When a provider is accused of sexual abuse, there is no substitution for having a team of experienced defense lawyers who are prepared to navigate the unique and multidimensional challenges presented by these claims.
Wrongful Death
We have decades of experience in defending claims related to wrongful death in Oregon, Washington and federal courts. Our firm has particular expertise when the cases arise in the context of healthcare or nursing facilities. We have specific knowledge of complex medical terminology and concepts. We have successfully defended against wrongful death claims using this knowledge and trial skills.
Representing hospital, professional clinic and non-profit clients, Keating Jones Hughes lawyers frequently consult on and defend employment claims and administrative matters. We represent employers in claims for wrongful termination, sexual harassment, retaliation, and discrimination, as well as in BOLI and EEOC investigations.
Employment Litigation
Sexual Harassment
Sexual Abuse & Sexual Harassment in the Medical Field: Perspectives from a Malpractice Defense Attorney. March 2018 (Large orthopedic group, Washington).
Our team is retained to defend hospitals and medical facilities in a broad range of premises liability lawsuits. We are retained to defend trip-and-fall, slip-and-fall and falling object lawsuits that result in injury or death. Keating Jones Hughes defends premises liability claims in Oregon and Washington.
Construction Litigation
A Portland native, Anna returned to Portland after attending Knox College and earning her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University School of Law. While in law school, Anna externed for the Honorable Ann Aiken, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court of Oregon. Anna’s practice focuses on defending medical malpractice matters throughout Oregon and Washington. Prior to joining Keating Jones Hughes, Anna practiced at another Portland area law firm where she defended businesses and individuals in construction defect, professional liability, personal injury, and products liability litigation.
We defend long-term care facilities including skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health care, hospice, and their owners and employees against personal injury claims and litigation including negligence, malpractice, wrongful death, and alleged abuse investigations. We also advise and assist long-term care facilities with risk management, patient safety issues, and regulatory compliance.
Medical Malpractice
Defense Team Secures Victory in $10M Multnomah County Medical Malpractice Case Involving Recalled Medical Device | Keating Jones Hughes, P.C.
Prior to joining Keating Jones Hughes, Sean worked as an estate planning attorney and as an Assistant County Attorney with the Shelby County Attorney’s Office in Memphis, Tennessee. In his free time, Sean enjoys tending to his plants and spending time with family and friends.
In addition to his work on medical cases, Peter frequently represents other attorneys in legal malpractice cases. He has represented Oregon lawyers in state and federal court, defending a variety of claims arising under everything from the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to negligence claims arising out of complex securities cases. Working with other lawyers is rewarding, and Peter enjoys working with his peers to defend their efforts in representing their clients.