Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Legal Rights Awareness
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.
Read MoreHit-And-Run Leaves Portland Pedestrian Injured: a Call for Safer Streets
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.
Read MoreFatal Rollover on Highway 26 in Grant County Sparks Road Safety Dialogue
Anthony Montague, 62, of John Day was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 26 in Grant County after losing control while attempting to pass another vehicle. The car left the road, struck a power pole, and rolled over.
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Oregon City Crash: Driver Arrested on Impairment Charges After Fatal Accident
A fatal car accident near Oregon City on November 29, 2024, has led to the arrest of a driver on charges including manslaughter and DUII, highlighting the severe consequences of impaired driving.
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Highway 101 in Clatsop County Highlights Dangers of Unsafe Passing
A fatal motorcycle accident on Highway 101 in Clatsop County on November 30 claimed the life of a Gearhart man after an apparent unsafe passing maneuver. Authorities cite speed and passing in a curved stretch as leading factors.
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Oregon Driver Charged with DUI After High-Speed Crash on Rims Raises Safety Concerns
Skylar Peplinski was arrested in Hillsboro, Oregon for allegedly driving a truck nearly 100 mph on rims while under the influence, highlighting the dangers and legal consequences of DUII in Oregon.
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