Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Premises Liability
Vehicle Crash with Utility Pole Closes Center Street Near Oregon State Capitol
A van collided with a utility pole in Salem on April 25, sending one person to the hospital and causing street closures and potential power outages near the Oregon State Capitol.
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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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Southern Oregon Residents Face Flooding and Landslides Amidst Intense Rainfall
Widespread flooding and landslides in Douglas and Jackson counties have resulted in multiple rescues, highway closures, and at least one death, prompting state emergency response escalation and raising potential personal injury legal issues.
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Severe Winds Cause Tree Collapse at University of Oregon, Prompting Statewide Advisory
A University of Oregon student was injured by a falling tree amid a statewide wind advisory, prompting safety measures and raising legal questions about premises liability.
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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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Oregon City Explosion Triggers House Fire, Resulting in One Hospitalization
An explosion in Oregon City led to a house fire, resulting in one person being hospitalized. The source of the explosion remains under investigation.
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Oregon Prisoner Faces Life-Altering Disability Due to Neglected Head Injury
The case of Jacqueline Orr sheds light on the persistent issues of inadequate medical care in Oregon's prison system, underscored by her $1.5 million settlement after suffering a traumatic brain injury.
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Oregon Ducks Pay Tribute to Jackson and Webb with Commemorative Helmet Decals
The Oregon Ducks football team introduces a new helmet decal to honor the memories of players Khyree Jackson and Spencer Webb, reflecting their legacy and contributions.
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Major Injury Reported in Portland Car and MAX Train Collision
A recent collision between a car and a MAX train in Portland led to serious injuries and complex rescue efforts.
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Fatal Highway 203 Crash in Oregon Claims Life After Collision with Bridge
Oregon State Police are currently investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 203 in Union County, involving a Ford Explorer driven by William Justin Curtiss.
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