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What Should I Do After an Auto Accident in Portland?
After an auto accident in Portland, collect evidence, get treatment if you are injured, and call an attorney ASAP.
How to stay safe when driving in a work zone
Whether it’s paving and bridgework or sidewalk curb ramps and safety improvements, road construction is typically a good sign that warmer weather has arrived in Oregon. While maintaining and upgrading our roads is clearly important, motorists approaching, going through, and departing work zones should be aware of the increased risk of car accidents. Construction zones […]
How small increases in speed can make serious accident-related injures more likely
Across the country, posted speed limits are going up. Although most people would be happy to arrive at their destination just a little sooner, the consequences of higher speed limits for drivers involved in an accident can prove fatal. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and Humanetics recently […]
Do distracted drivers listen to passengers?
Distracted driving continues to be a growing threat to public safety, despite the known risks. Within the last year alone, around 57 percent of all crashes in the United States involved the use of a cellphone in the moments leading to impact. The majority of these distracted driving crashes involved a driver using a cellphone […]
Why you should obtain your Oregon car accident report after a crash
The official police report is created when a police officer responds to the crash scene. Police are often dispatched to the scene of a crash when someone has been injured, there was significant damage, the crash is blocking traffic, or the crash involved a drunk driver. The first thing police do is determine if anyone […]
Seeking Legal Help: Exploring Affordability of Hiring an Attorney
If you were injured in a traffic collision due to someone else’s reckless or negligent behavior, you may be looking to pursue a claim. A common mistake people make is assuming that they can’t afford to hire an attorney. They attempt to handle their claims alone and risk being denied the compensation they deserve. Handling […]
Sleep disorders may lead to drowsy driving accidents
Many car accidents in Portland and throughout Oregon are caused by drowsy driving. When drivers don’t get enough sleep, their judgment is impacted and they have slower reaction times. As a result, they are at increased risk of causing an accident that leaves people seriously hurt. Why are drivers so drowsy? There are many types […]
States with strict distracted driving laws have fewer teen crash fatalities
Distracted driving is everywhere on Portland roads. With the advent of handheld technology, it has become a growing danger to the lives of everyone on the road. In fact, 2,841 traffic fatalities and about 400,000 injuries occurred throughout the United States during 2018 because of distracted driving. Since teen drivers don’t have years of driving […]
Marijuana is the leading substance found in drug tests administered to truck drivers
Like a small handful of states, it is legal to possess marijuana for recreational use in Oregon. It’s illegal to drive while under the influence of marijuana, as well as alcohol and other recreational drugs. Commercial truck drivers are especially held to a high standard. While many truck drivers generally behave responsibly, there are some that […]
Empowering Knowledge: Stay Safe During COVID-19 with Expert Tips
Most of Oregon will be entering Phase II of Governor Kate Brown’s reopening plan. Portland and the rest of Multnomah County are about to enter Phase I, according to the East Oregonian. For the counties entering Phase II, the following businesses and activities have resumed under social distancing and public health guidelines: Recreational sports Movie theaters, […]
