Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Negligence Claims
Tragic Collision Claims Cyclist's Life in Portland's Centennial Neighborhood
An 85-year-old cyclist, Raymond L. Myers, died after being struck by a suspected intoxicated driver in Portland’s Centennial neighborhood. The driver, Hiep P. Tran, now faces charges including Negligent Homicide.
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Tragic I-5 Accident Near Ashland Results in Fatality of California Man
A two-vehicle collision on I-5 near Ashland resulted in the death of a 74-year-old California man and raised potential issues of negligence under Oregon personal injury law.
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Milwaukie Officers Cleared in Shooting Case of 21-Year-Old As Grand Jury Reaches Decision
A Clackamas County grand jury has declined to indict two Milwaukie police officers in the 2023 shooting of Hunter Newton, a 21-year-old man shot during a traffic stop. The incident raises significant questions about use of force and delayed medical care.
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Over 100 Oregon Truck Drivers Banned for Weigh Station Evasion: Safety Concerns Rise
Oregon officials have cited more than 100 commercial truck drivers and temporarily removed them from service after they bypassed open weigh stations, raising significant concerns about truck safety compliance and public roadway risks.
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Authorities Identify Pedestrian Tragically Killed in April Collision in Oregon
Anthony Nez Jr., 25, was struck and killed by a vehicle on North Going Street in Portland on April 21, 2025. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with authorities as the investigation continues.
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Portland Man Indefinitely Committed to State Hospital After Insanity Verdict in Triple Homicide
Joseph Banks, responsible for killing three and injuring four in a string of Portland shootings in 2022, has been found guilty except for insanity and committed indefinitely to the Oregon State Hospital.
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Family of Salem Woman Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Oregon Following DEA Agent's Actions
The family of Marganne Allen, a Salem woman killed during a DEA surveillance operation, has filed a $9.5 million wrongful death lawsuit against the State of Oregon, raising legal questions about government liability and traffic safety.
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Klamath Falls E-Bike Rider Dies After Collision at Busy Intersection; Investigation Ongoing
A 48-year-old man riding an electric bicycle died after colliding with a vehicle in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The incident raises awareness about safety and legal issues surrounding bicycle and e-bike accidents in Oregon.
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Legal Action Blames Lane County for 2023 Crash Fatality of Oregon State Student
The family of an Oregon State student who died in a 2023 crash is suing Lane County, claiming failures in supervising the driver's post-prison conditions. The lawsuit emphasizes potential wrongful death and negligence claims.
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Oregon Recreation Firms Demand Liability Shields Amid Rising Pushback from Victims
Oregon's proposed House Bill 3140 sparks debate over liability protections, seeking to balance business concerns with victim rights in personal injury cases.
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