News
Early Saturday morning, a devastating crash outside of Hubbard, Oregon, resulted in the death of 21-year-old Caleb Chaney and injuries to the driver, Lesley Sloan.
This update summarizes the reported event and explains the practical legal context Oregon readers may want to understand. It is general information, not case-specific legal advice.
Published March 15, 2024
In a sorrowful incident outside of Hubbard, Oregon, a young life was lost in the early hours of Saturday morning. The Marion County Sheriff's Office reported the death of 21-year-old Caleb Chaney following a vehicular accident.
The calamity struck just after midnight when a blue Subaru Impreza was reported to have crashed on the 11000 block of Broadacres Road. The vehicle, discovered upside down, contained two individuals from Hubbard: 21-year-old Caleb Chaney and 20-year-old Lesley Sloan. Chaney, a passenger in the Subaru, succumbed to injuries at the scene, while Sloan, the driver, was rushed to a hospital with injuries deemed not life-threatening.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office, supported by the Hubbard Fire Department, Marion County District’s Attorney’s Office, Marion County Medical Examiner’s Office, and other local agencies, responded to the tragic event. The Marion County CRASH team has initiated an investigation to uncover the details leading up to the accident.
This unfortunate event highlights the critical importance of road safety and the potential legal ramifications following a traffic accident. In Oregon, parties involved in accidents resulting in injury or death may face various legal outcomes. For families of the deceased, like Caleb Chaney, exploring wrongful death claims can be an avenue for seeking justice and compensation for their loss. Additionally, the injured driver may have rights to claims for personal injury, depending on the investigation's findings. Understanding these legal rights is essential, and the experts at Pacific Injury Law Firm are equipped to provide guidance and support.
If you or a loved one has been affected by a similar incident, Pacific Injury Law Firm in Portland, Oregon, is here to help. Our team is committed to ensuring the legal rights of accident victims are protected and honored. For a free consultation, please visit our contact page or call us at 971-277-3811.
Source reporting used to prepare this update and preserve citation transparency.
Insurance calls, medical bills, missed work, and uncertainty tend to arrive at the same time. The first job is to steady the situation: understand the facts, preserve useful records, and talk through the legal options that fit your Oregon injury claim.
“... I was referred to Adam who was able to take my case and quickly get it resolved for more than I expected. I was very pleasantly surprised by his attention to detail and tenacious negotiating tactics... Adam handled everything to make sure I received the maximum compensation for my injuries. If you need a good personal injury lawyer you just found one.”
Jim West
Tenacious Negotiating Tactics
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Case outcomes are shared only when they can be presented accurately and with the right context.
Information submitted through this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Representation is confirmed only in writing.
Photo: OregonLive
July 17, 2026
July 15, 2026: Portland firefighters responded before 7 a.m. Wednesday to a house fire in Southeast Portland that left a woman with burns and displaced at least three people, according to the Portland Fire Bureau.
Learn morePhoto: KATU
July 17, 2026
July 15, 2026: Portland Fire battled a house fire early Wednesday in the 7600 block of Southeast 65th Avenue. Two people were taken to a hospital, including one woman with burns to her legs, and investigators are still working to determine the cause.
Learn morePhoto: Illustration (AI-generated)
July 17, 2026
July 15, 2026: A July 5 head-on crash on state Route 503 left three people dead and one injured, according to the Washington State Patrol. The crash remains under investigation, and the medical examiner listed the cause and manner of death as pending.
Learn more
