Valet Parking Liability Laws in Oregon
Governing Bailment Law
Oregon common law bailment (ORS §72.1010-72.7250 extends to bailments)
Statute of Limitations
You have 6 years for property damage (ORS §12.080) to file a claim for valet parking damage in Oregon.
Notable Application
Oregon applies general bailment law; parking operators must exercise ordinary care and cannot disclaim gross negligence.
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