Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Emergency Response
Severe Winds Cause Tree Collapse at University of Oregon, Prompting Statewide Advisory
A University of Oregon student was injured by a falling tree amid a statewide wind advisory, prompting safety measures and raising legal questions about premises liability.
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Massive 100-Car Pileup in Oregon: Drivers Stranded Amid Treacherous Whiteout Conditions
A severe whiteout snowstorm on I-84 near Multnomah Falls, Oregon, resulted in a significant vehicle pileup involving up to 30 vehicles, causing injuries and extensive highway closures.
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Fatal I-84 Truck Collision in Union County Leaves Two Dead, One Injured
Two truck drivers were killed and another injured in a multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 84 near milepost 279 in Union County, Oregon. The crash involved three commercial trucks and is under investigation by Oregon State Police.
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Heroic Firefighters Save Driver from Fiery Crash in Portland, Oregon
Firefighters in Portland, Oregon, made a dramatic rescue of a driver from a burning vehicle following a crash, highlighting the critical role of emergency responders.
Read MoreFatal Highway 30 Crash in Clatsop County Highlights Dangers of Unsafe Passing
A fatal crash on Highway 30 in Clatsop County, involving a Mazda and two commercial vehicles, raises important legal and safety issues. The incident highlights the risks of unsafe passing and the potential for personal injury claims.
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Charges Filed Against Driver in High-Speed Pursuit Resulting in Serious Injury to Another Motorist
A high-speed police chase in Eugene, Oregon, resulted in severe injuries when Martin Raymond Moreno crashed, leading to multiple charges. The injured Toyota driver required emergency surgery.
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Oregon Nurse’s Heroic Act: Good Samaritan Rescues Crash Victim in Emergency Room
The Eugene Police Department is searching for an unidentified ER nurse, known only as Mikayla, who played a crucial role in saving a driver's life after a severe car accident on Highway 18.
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Fatal Highway 22E Crash Near Stayton Claims Life of California Man, Prompts Investigation
Jerome Francis Hurley, a 45-year-old from California, tragically lost his life in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 22E near Stayton, Oregon. The incident remains under investigation.
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Oregon City Explosion Triggers House Fire, Resulting in One Hospitalization
An explosion in Oregon City led to a house fire, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The source of the explosion remains under investigation.
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Fatal Crash on Oregon Route 18 Near Highway 99W Claims Life of Newberg Man
A two-vehicle collision on Oregon Route 18 near Dayton resulted in the death of 45-year-old Francisco Nava of Newberg after his vehicle spun into oncoming traffic and was struck by an RV. The incident raises potential issues of roadway safety and liability under Oregon law.
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