Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Driver Responsibility
Trial Begins for Trucker Accused of Causing Oregon Crash That Killed Seven Farmworkers
The trial of Lincoln Smith, a trucker charged with manslaughter after a fatal crash in Oregon, is underway, with his defense arguing he was asleep, not under the influence.
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Oregon Woman's First Court Appearance in Fatal Hit-And-Run of SLO Bicyclist
Vanessa Rose Noblitt of Oregon faces multiple felony charges in a San Luis Obispo hit-and-run crash that killed one bicyclist and injured another. Legal implications include DUI-related wrongful death and personal injury claims.
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15-Year-Old Willamina Girl Dies in Linn County Collision at Highway 22 Intersection
A fatal accident involving a 15-year-old Willamina girl occurred at the intersection of Highway 22 and Highway 20 in Linn County, highlighting legal concerns in personal injury cases.
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Oregon City Hit-And-Run: Driver Fleeing Scene with Festive Lights on Window Sought
Police in Oregon City are on the lookout for a driver involved in a hit-and-run who left a pedestrian injured. The vehicle, described as having 'Christmas lights in the rear window', fled the scene, prompting public assistance in the investigation.
Read MorePortland Woman Dies Weeks After Northeast Airport Way Crash, Marking City's 66th Traffic Fatality of the Year
In Portland, Oregon, a woman has died following injuries from a two-vehicle crash in November, marking the city's 66th traffic-related fatality in 2024.
Read MoreDUII Arrest: Suspect Rams Police Cruiser Before Fleeing Traffic Stop in Oregon
A DUII suspect was apprehended after a dangerous encounter with police on I-205 near Sunnyside Road, illustrating the risks of impaired driving in Oregon.
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accident on Highway 101 in Lane County Raises Urgent Safety Questions
A pedestrian was fatally struck on Hwy 101 in Lane County, raising critical safety issues. Understanding the legal implications and promoting safety measures are paramount.
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Fatal I-5 Crash Near Jantzen Beach Under Investigation by Portland Police
A man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-5 near the Jantzen Beach exit in North Portland early Thursday morning. Authorities are seeking information as they investigate the cause of the accident.
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I-84 Reopens After Fatal Pedestrian Crash: Impact and Community Reactions in Portland
A fatal pedestrian accident shut down eastbound I-84 in Portland early Friday morning. Police are investigating the crash, which marks Portland's 26th traffic death in 2024.
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Fatal Gresham Motorcycle Crash: Police Call for Witnesses in Investigation
A motorcyclist died following a collision with a passenger vehicle on NW Birdsdale Avenue in Gresham. Authorities are seeking witnesses as they continue their investigation.
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