Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Wrongful Death
Tragic I-5 Accident Near Ashland Results in Fatality of California Man
A two-vehicle collision on I-5 near Ashland resulted in the death of a 74-year-old California man and raised potential issues of negligence under Oregon personal injury law.
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Tragic Collision: 59-Year-Old Dallas Woman Killed in Monmouth Highway Crash Involving Farm Vehicle
A two-vehicle crash on Monmouth Highway involving a farming swather killed a 59-year-old woman from Dallas, Oregon. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the early morning accident.
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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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Urgent Call for Action: Shaping Oregon's Transportation Future Now
Oregon lawmakers introduce House Bill 2025, a $1 billion annual transportation reinvestment plan to improve road safety and reduce pedestrian and cyclist injuries caused by deteriorating infrastructure.
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Investigators Probe Fatal Traffic Collision on Southeast Division Street in Portland
A fatal head-on collision occurred on Southeast Division Street near 119th Avenue in Portland, leaving one person dead and another hospitalized. The Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team is investigating.
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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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Over 100 Oregon Truck Drivers Banned for Weigh Station Evasion: Safety Concerns Rise
Oregon officials have cited more than 100 commercial truck drivers and temporarily removed them from service after they bypassed open weigh stations, raising significant concerns about truck safety compliance and public roadway risks.
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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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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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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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