Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Emergency Response
DA Confirms Oregon State Police Fired in Self-Defense at Amber Alert Suspect
A high-stakes encounter on Interstate 5 involving Oregon State Police and an armed suspect wanted for murder and an Amber Alert ended in justified use of force, says Linn County DA.
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Three Injured As Rodeo Bull Escapes Arena in Oregon
A rodeo event in Sisters, Oregon was abruptly disrupted when a bull leapt over an arena fence, injuring three attendees before being contained by rodeo professionals.
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Tragic Accident on Northeast Sandy Boulevard Claims Life of Pedestrian
A pedestrian was struck and killed late Monday night on Northeast Sandy Boulevard in Portland. Authorities are asking for public assistance as the investigation continues.
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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision on Oregon Highway, Police Report
A tragic motorcycle accident on Highway 19 in Gilliam County, Oregon resulted in the death of James Nicholas Braithwaite after his motorcycle veered off the road.
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Trial Set for Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against KCFD1: Key Developments in the Case
A civil lawsuit brought by the family of Teresa Vaughn against Klamath County Fire District 1 will proceed to trial, alleging wrongful death and gross negligence by paramedics who failed to render aid during a medical emergency.
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Portland Roads Reopen Following Crash Involving Motorized Chair, Authorities Report
A serious collision in Salem involving a vehicle and a person in a motorized chair has left one individual critically injured and led to partial road closures.
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Critical Injuries in I-5 Tualatin: 7-Car Pileup Causes Major Disruption
A severe seven-car collision on the I-5 off-ramp in Tualatin resulted in two critically injured individuals and minor injuries to others.
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Tragic Highway 101 Collision Claims Lives in Lincoln County: a Look at Safety Concerns and Prevention
A head-on collision on Highway 101 in Newport, Oregon, resulted in the death of a 74-year-old woman and minor injuries to a mother and her two children. The incident underscores the ongoing risks on Oregon's coastal highways.
Read MoreFatal Collision on Highway 97 in Klamath County: Community Mourns Loss and Advocates for Road Safety
A tragic incident on March 21, 2024, involving a three-vehicle collision on HWY 97 in Klamath County resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, highlighting ongoing road safety issues.
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Fatal Street Racing Incident on North Marine Drive Leaves Two Dead, One Injured
A street racing incident on North Marine Drive in Portland, Oregon, resulted in two fatalities and one severe injury, drawing attention to ongoing public safety concerns.
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