Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Oregon Law
Drunk Driver Sideswipes Officer's Vehicle, Raising Concerns About Road Safety in Oregon
A Portland Police Officer sustained minor injuries when a drunk driver sideswiped his parked vehicle on Interstate-5. The driver, arrested for DUI, highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and impaired driving.
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Fatal Rollover Crash on I-205 in West Linn Under Investigation by Oregon State Police
A fatal single-car rollover crash on I-205 in West Linn results in one death; Oregon State Police are investigating the incident.
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Manslaughter Charges Filed As Victim Identified in October 28 Fatal Crash
A two-vehicle crash in Northeast Portland on October 28, 2024, resulted in the death of Zachary D. Fine. Manuel D. Espana Torres faces manslaughter charges.
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Oregon Family Secures $375K Settlement Following Heat Dome Tragedy: a Call for Accountability in Extreme Weather Safety
A Multnomah County court approved a $375,000 settlement for the wrongful death of Ashlyn Maddox during Oregon's 2021 heat wave, highlighting legal considerations in negligence and wrongful death claims.
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Portland's Lloyd Neighborhood Mourning After Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Local Rider
A motorcycle accident involving two SUVs occurred on August 5, 2024, in Portland's Lloyd Neighborhood, resulting in the death of 68-year-old Aundrae Laroy Black. Legal implications may involve motorcycle accident claims in Oregon.
Read MoreInvestigation Launched After Fatal Pedestrian Collision on Highway 97 in Klamath County
A fatal accident involving a pedestrian occurred on Highway 97 in Klamath County, highlighting the legal complexities of pedestrian accidents.
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After Half a Century, Key Oregon College Advocacy Group Ceases Operations
The Oregon Student Association, a vital advocacy group for college students, has shut down after nearly five decades, raising concerns about student representation at the state level.
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Oregon Toddler Dies from Suspected Fentanyl, Mother Involved in Carjacking
A Portland mother, Mary Jacobo, faces serious charges following an armed carjacking incident two weeks after her toddler's suspected fentanyl overdose. The case highlights potential legal complexities in Oregon personal injury law.
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Fatal Collision on Highway 47 Claims One Life, Injures Three in Yamhill County
A fatal collision on Highway 47 in Yamhill County left one deceased and others injured, highlighting potential legal issues under Oregon personal injury law.
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Oregon Tops U.s. in Rising Car Crash Fatalities, Cities Ranked by Danger
Oregon sees a significant increase in car crash fatalities, making it the leading state in the U.S. for such incidents. Despite safety regulations, 601 people died in Oregon car accidents in 2022.
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