Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Personal Injury Claims
Oregon Legislators Push Beyond Marijuana Reclassification, Eyeing Full Legalization
Oregon lawmakers react positively to the recent reclassification of marijuana by the U.S. DEA, pushing for greater strides towards full legalization.
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Fatal Highway 101 Collision in Tillamook County: Investigation Underway Following Serious Injuries
A single-vehicle crash on HWY 101 in Tillamook County led to the tragic death of Rhonda Sue Heine. The incident involved a Dodge Charger driven by Ellis Miller Heine, who was seriously injured.
Read MoreTragic 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.
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Dashcam Reveals Harrowing Near-Miss on Harney County Road, Says Oregon State Police
A recent event captured by Oregon State Police dashcam footage emphasizes the dangers of reckless driving on highways, showcasing a narrow escape from a potentially fatal accident in Harney County.
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Teen Killed, Sister Injured in Highway 20 Collision Near Vale: Investigation Ongoing
A 17-year-old boy from Harper was killed and his 13-year-old sister seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 20 near Vale, Oregon. The incident highlights legal concerns around passing maneuvers and wrongful death liability under Oregon law.
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Body of Missing Oregon Kindergarten Teacher Recovered Nearly Two Months After Crash in North Umpqua River
Rachel Merchant-Ly, a beloved kindergarten teacher, was found deceased in the North Umpqua River nearly two months after a car accident on Highway 138E. Her disappearance prompted extensive search efforts and raises questions about road safety and potential wrongful death claims under Oregon law.
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SUV and Storefront Damaged As Sleepy Driver Loses Control
A drowsy driving incident in Lincoln City results in an SUV and a local business being struck by a driver who fell asleep at the wheel.
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Major Crash Team Investigates Pedestrian Involved Accident
A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a pickup truck at the intersection of Southeast 158th Avenue and Southeast Division Street in Portland, Oregon.
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Local Business Struck by Fleeing DUII Driver in Hit-And-Run Incident
A DUII driver caused significant damage to a local business in Lincoln City after fleeing the scene of a crash. The incident led to multiple charges including DUII, reckless driving, property damage, and child neglect.
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Fatal Highway Crashes in Clatsop and Josephine Counties Prompt Renewed Focus on Road Safety
Two separate fatal crashes on Oregon highways—one in Clatsop County on Hwy 101 and the other in Josephine County on Hwy 260—resulted in three deaths and multiple injuries. Authorities are continuing to investigate both incidents.
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