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Portland's Winter Weather Causing Road Closures and Treacherous Driving Conditions
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentOn day six since last week’s series of snow and ice storms in and around Portland, many hazards are still impacting the area. In addition to the icy roads and downed trees and power lines, there have been widespread power outages throughout multiple counties. On…
Read moreShould I Tell My Lawyer About a Preexisting Injury?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Personal InjuryIt is important to be completely honest in any legal claim. If you try to hide preexisting injuries or conditions from your attorney, it could significantly damage to the value of your claim. Rizk Law discusses preexisting conditions in a car accident…
Read moreRichard Rizk Designated as a Transportation Ambassador
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Firm NewsAs one of many Transportation Ambassadors for the city of Portland, Rizk Law founder and senior attorney Richard Rizk recommends an upcoming SmartTrips idea for Adventure Bingo. The event is timely – happening this Friday and Saturday only – February…
Read morePedestrian Accidents Are 50 Percent More Likely on 122nd Avenue
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentPortland’s last traffic death of 2020 happened on New Year’s Eve along SE 122nd Avenue, one of the most dangerous streets in the city. This pedestrian fatality marked the 18th for 2020, and the 58th traffic death overall for Portland. Yet another preventable…
Read moreLegionnaires’ Outbreak in North Portland Apartment Complex
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Personal InjuryThe Multnomah County Health Department reported an outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in an Oregon apartment complex in early January. Health department officials first became aware of a potential issue after several people in the same complex were hospitalized…
Read moreFatal 2021 Crash on SE Powell Boulevard - One of Portland's Deadliest Streets
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentSE Powell Boulevard is one of the top 30 most dangerous roads for accidents in Portland. In the past month alone, there have already been a few fatalities from car crashes. Rizk Law discusses the most recent incidents along SE Powell Boulevard in Portland.…
Read moreWhy SW 185th Avenue is One of Hillsboro’s High-Crash Corridors
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentCommuting along SW 185th Avenue can be a harrowing experience whether you are a local resident or an out-of-state driver. The traffic along this route is extremely heavy, especially during peak travel times, and there is often congestion. When you add…
Read moreOne Dead; Others Injured in 15-Block Hit-and-Run Spree
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentA driver struck and killed one pedestrian and injured at least five others on Monday afternoon. The spree of seemingly targeted hit-and-run incidents spanned a 15-block area in Southeast Portland. Police arrested the yet-unidentified driver and took him…
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