Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Legal Rights Awareness
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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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.
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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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Elderly Pedestrian Dies After Southeast Portland Collision: Community Urged to Reexamine Safety Measures
An 81-year-old pedestrian, Muoi Te Hua, dies after being struck by a vehicle in Southeast Portland. The incident underscores ongoing traffic safety challenges in the area.
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Linn County Police Appeal for Witnesses in Fatal I-5 Pedestrian Crash
A pedestrian was fatally struck on Interstate 5 near Exit 216 in Linn County. Oregon State Police are seeking witnesses to the incident involving a commercial truck.
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Fatal Motorcycle Collision on I-5 in Jackson County Sparks Legal and Safety Discussions
A fatal motorcycle crash on Interstate 5 in Jackson County, Oregon, involving a Suzuki motorcycle and a Peterbilt commercial vehicle, resulted in the death of the motorcyclist. Legal considerations include negligence and wrongful death claims.
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Oregon and Washington Recognized Among Top 3 Most Bicycle-Friendly States in Recent Report
Oregon has achieved a top-three ranking in bicycle friendliness despite a concerning rise in cyclist fatalities, highlighting the state's commitment to improving cycling infrastructure and safety.
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An 18-year-old driver has been arrested after striking a pedestrian in a crosswalk in Medford, Oregon, and fleeing the scene. The victim remains hospitalized with serious injuries.
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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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Fatal Douglas County Motorcycle Crash on Highway 138E Highlights Legal Ramifications of Unsafe Turns
A fatal collision on HWY 138E in Douglas County involving a Nissan Versa and a Honda motorcycle resulted in the death of motorcyclist Reuben James Wiles. The crash underscores important legal considerations in Oregon personal injury law.
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