Between Washington County and the coastal town of Tillamook is Highway 6 — one of Oregon’s most dangerous roads to drive on. With most of Route 6 consisting of narrow, two-lane roads, limited shoulder space, and blind curves, many individuals suffer severe injuries and even death from head-on collisions when attempting to pass in restricted…

A recent report from The Washington Post shows that Black people and people of color die at a rate of almost 25% higher than white people in traffic crashes on United States roadways. The article also states that the disparity worsened during the coronavirus pandemic, despite nationwide stay-at-home orders. The article also noted that pedestrians…

Attorney Richard Rizk is proud to serve as a Transportation Ambassador for the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Ambassadors are volunteers from our community who represent the bureau at community events and activities. Being an ambassador doesn’t take up much personal time, either! All volunteers are asked to work a minimum of two events each…

The Oregon Department of Transportation reports that between 10,000 and 12,000 crashes happen each year. In response to the vehicular violence crisis, the city council passed the 2021–2022 budget, including PBOT Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty’s $450,000 amendment that will provide street safety interventions. Along with the increased budget, the Oregon Senate passed House Bill 2530,…

On June 24, 2021, the Champlain Towers South condominium building collapsed at around 1:19 a.m. The center of the 12-story building fell first, and less than six seconds later, the eastern side of the building collapsed. The horrifying event caused 98 fatalities and left many facing severe injuries and emotional terror. The survivors and family…

It’s every parent’s fear — believing that the baby sleeper they placed their infant in was safe, only to experience their child suffer serious injury or death because the product was faulty. Recently, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) banned the popular Rock ‘n Play sleeper manufactured by Fisher-Price. Many other sleepers, such as baby…

The Rizk Law team recently came together to help clean up our community. Richard and Jill Rizk actively participate in city improvement programs such as “Transportation Ambassadors” for the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The opportunity allows us to extend our reach into the community further and keep more Portlanders safe! Our team gathered at Pride…

While enjoying a day at the pool or beach, accidents and injuries are probably not at the forefront of our minds. Yet, we must always be prepared for the worst. Drownings are a leading cause of death for children one to 14. What’s even more troubling is that more than three children die every day…

The Fourth of July holiday weekend is upon us. From barbecues with family to swimming with friends, people across Oregon are sure to be celebrating. However, the holiday is not without its risks. Fireworks and pool accidents pose severe injury risks to everyone. Additionally, many people may spend the day on the waters boating through…

In Oregon, laws surrounding drug use and possession have changed considerably in recent months. Always the trendsetter, Oregon was the first state to decriminalize marijuana in 1973, imposing a fine of $100 for possessing up to one ounce. In February, the state once again turned heads when it became the first to officially decriminalize the…