Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Portland Law
I-5 Southbound Closed As Authorities Investigate Fatal Crash: What You Need to Know
A motorcyclist was killed late Thursday night after colliding with a stationary construction vehicle on I-5 southbound near North Killingsworth Street, prompting a full investigation by Portland Police.
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Deadly Collision on Highway 30 Prompts Response from Major Crash Investigation Team
A deadly crash on Northwest St. Helens Road in Portland on June 9, 2025, involved an SUV rear-ending a semi-truck, resulting in the driver's death and serious injuries to a passenger.
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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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Tragic December Crash Claims Life of Pedestrian in Oregon, Raising Safety Concerns
Melinda L. Reinke, struck by a vehicle in Southeast Portland in December 2024, has died from crash-related complications, raising potential wrongful death and pedestrian injury legal issues under Oregon law.
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Tragic Collision Claims Life of Motorcyclist: Identification Released in Ongoing Investigation
Aaron S. Marin, 53, of Portland, died on May 27, 2025, after his motorcycle collided with a parked vehicle in the Rose City Park neighborhood. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fatal crash.
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Portland Man Sentenced to Oregon State Hospital Following 2021 Vehicle Rampage
Paul Rivas, the Portland man responsible for a deadly 2021 vehicle rampage that left one woman dead and multiple pedestrians and bicyclists injured, has been committed to the Oregon State Hospital for at least two years.
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Oregon Police Save Woman from Fiery Car Crash: a Miraculous Rescue Unfolds
A woman in Southeast Portland was saved by police from a burning car following a DUI-related rollover accident. The incident underscores the importance of safety and legal consequences in driving.
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Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on I-84 Prompts Legal Questions After Portland Man's Death
A Portland man died in a wrong-way collision on I-84, prompting discussions on legal issues surrounding wrongful death and negligence under Oregon law.
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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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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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