Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Community Impact
Tragic Explosion in Lebanon, Oregon: One Fatality from Burning Car Incident
A deadly car explosion in Lebanon, Oregon on May 24, 2025, claimed one life and injured two firefighters. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which involved multiple vehicles.
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After Killing Four and Taking a Hostage, Man Faces Life in Custody Across the United States
Oen Evan Nicholson, who killed four people and kidnapped a woman during a 2021 mental health-fueled crime spree, has been sentenced to life under psychiatric custody in Oregon.
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Portland Man Indefinitely Committed to State Hospital After Insanity Verdict in Triple Homicide
Joseph Banks, responsible for killing three and injuring four in a string of Portland shootings in 2022, has been found guilty except for insanity and committed indefinitely to the Oregon State Hospital.
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Southern Oregon Residents Face Flooding and Landslides Amidst Intense Rainfall
Widespread flooding and landslides in Douglas and Jackson counties have resulted in multiple rescues, highway closures, and at least one death, prompting state emergency response escalation and raising potential personal injury legal issues.
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Klamath Falls E-Bike Rider Dies After Collision at Busy Intersection; Investigation Ongoing
A 48-year-old man riding an electric bicycle died after colliding with a vehicle in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The incident raises awareness about safety and legal issues surrounding bicycle and e-bike accidents in Oregon.
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Legal Action Blames Lane County for 2023 Crash Fatality of Oregon State Student
The family of an Oregon State student who died in a 2023 crash is suing Lane County, claiming failures in supervising the driver's post-prison conditions. The lawsuit emphasizes potential wrongful death and negligence claims.
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Beloved La Pine Postmaster Rebecka Perrine Remembered After Fatal Highway 97 Collision
Rebecka Ann Perrine, a beloved resident of La Pine, Oregon, tragically lost her life in a head-on collision on Highway 97. Her passing has left a void in the lives of her family and the Central Oregon community.
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Wrong-Way Driver Causes Fatal Christmas Eve Crash on I-5 Near Albany, Oregon
A devastating crash on Interstate 5 near Albany resulted in two fatalities, including a Salem woman, highlighting severe traffic safety concerns in Oregon.
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Portland Police Bureau Reports Rise in Fatal Crashes: a Closer Look at the Data
Portland Police Bureau reports a significant number of traffic-related fatalities in 2023 and 2024, urging public safety measures to prevent accidents.
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Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Highway 97 in Deschutes County Prompts Safety Review
A fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Highway 97 in Deschutes County, leaving one man dead. Oregon State Police are investigating the incident.
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