Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Traffic Safety Measures
Drunk Driving Incident Leaves Four Pedestrians Injured in Old Town: a Call for Safety Reform
In a disturbing early morning incident on July 4, 2025, four women were injured when a suspected drunk driver plowed through a crosswalk in Portland's Old Town Entertainment District. Authorities arrested the driver, Tyler William Miller, on multiple charges including DUII and assault.
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Cascade Lakes Highway Leaves One Dead and Another Seriously Injured
A single-motorcycle crash on Oregon's Cascade Lakes Highway has left one man dead and a woman seriously injured. Investigators believe speed and impairment were involved.
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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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Oregon's Bicycle Accessibility Ranks High, But Safety Raises Concerns for Cyclists
A new analysis reveals that Oregon, ranked as a bicycle-friendly state, is also one of the most dangerous for cyclists, with 73 fatal crashes from 2019 to 2023. Eugene leads in safety efforts, but serious concerns remain across the state.
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Tragic Collision on Highway 26 Claims Life of Madras Motorcyclist, Identified by Oregon State Police
A 36-year-old Madras man was killed in a motorcycle collision with a pickup truck on Highway 26 near Dover Lane, with Oregon State Police citing an unsafe pass as the primary cause.
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Oregon's Click It or Ticket Campaign: Sheriff’s Offices Boost Seat Belt Enforcement Statewide
Oregon police departments, including Crook County Sheriff's Office, are joining the national 'Click It or Ticket' campaign to boost seat belt use and prevent injuries and fatalities during the busy Memorial Day travel period.
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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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Tragic I-84 Crash in Umatilla County Sparks Investigation by Oregon State Police
An 85-year-old Washington man was killed in a rollover crash on I-84 in Umatilla County after attempting an unsafe pass in a single-lane construction zone. Oregon State Police continue to investigate.
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Wrong-Way Driver Causes Fatal Christmas Eve Crash on I-5 Near Albany, Oregon
A devastating crash on Interstate 5 near Albany resulted in two fatalities, including a Salem woman, highlighting severe traffic safety concerns in Oregon.
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Fatal Motorcycle Collision on I-5 in Jackson County Sparks Legal and Safety Discussions
A fatal motorcycle crash on Interstate 5 in Jackson County, Oregon, involving a Suzuki motorcycle and a Peterbilt commercial vehicle, resulted in the death of the motorcyclist. Legal considerations include negligence and wrongful death claims.
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