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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 […]
Safety advocates offer tips on safe driving as Oregon loosens COVID-19 restrictions
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, […]
Safety tips for bicyclists during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the health and financial well-being of Portland residents. We are all currently unsure if what we once considered normal will ever return. One thing that has come out of this pandemic is a rise in bicyclists. According to Bloomberg, more Americans are purchasing bicycles now than ever. This rise […]
With less drivers on Oregon roads during stay-at-home, police pull over more people speeding
In March, Oregon Governor Kate Brown issued a statewide stay-at-home order (Executive Order 20-12) to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). As a result, several businesses, state parks, and other places where people congregate were required to close their doors. The stay-at-home order doesn’t necessarily mean all residents must stay home. Some people […]
How often do cars crash into buildings and injure or kill pedestrians? More than you think.
The possibility of being hit by a car while inside a building rarely crosses anyone’s mind. We tend to think that pedestrian accidents can only occur while walking down the street, using a crosswalk, or while crossing at an intersection. Crash data compiled by the Storefront Safety Council (SSC) shows that an average of 60 cars […]
Taking Control: Portland’s Path to Establishing Own Speed Limits
As of January 1, 2020, cities across Oregon were granted the authority to lower speed limits by five mph on highways located in residential districts (not including arterial highways). The authority for cities to set speed limits is still limited, however. The Oregon Joint Committee on Transportation recently voted 10-2 on House Bill 4103, which […]
To what extent is a collision an accident?
We all know why crashes occur in Portland. Drivers distracted by cellphones. Drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Drivers speeding, weaving through traffic, tailgating, and attempting risky maneuvers. Some drivers even knowingly get behind the wheel when they are at risk of falling asleep. These actions are not accidents. They are consequences of […]
Whay Was 2019 The Worst Year Since 1997 for Portland Traffic Fatalities?
Distracted driving, reckless driving, drunk driving, and other factors continue to seriously injure and kill people on Portland roads. Why was this past year particularly bad? One crash victim, who was on a motor scooter, became the 37th person to be killed on Portland streets in 2019. After the driver of an SUV made a negligent […]
Drunk Driving Crashes Will Increase From Thanksgiving Eve to New Year’s Day
It’s known as the biggest drinking day of the year, Blackout Wednesday. Some people refer to it as “Thanksgiving Eve” or “Drinksgiving.” It’s the day that many Portland-area residents clock out of work early and kick off the holiday season. Blackout Wednesday is a chance for old-time friends to go out to bars and pubs […]
