Speed is a leading factor in car crashes across the country, significantly impacting the severity of injuries sustained. In Portland, thirty percent of all fatal collisions were speed-related – even those that involved only one vehicle. Yet many people continue to speed, disregarding safety for themselves and others – even throughout the pandemic when there…

Portland’s I-84 is a critical eastern-western route in and out of the city, but it also has some of the most dangerous accidents. When you combine the high speeds and traffic volumes with icy winter weather, it becomes a traveler’s nightmare. Amongst the many types of collisions that happen along this route, rollover crashes are…

On 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 Saturday, Governor Kate Brown declared a state of emergency for…

It 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 case, including what information you need to reveal and when. Do not let…

As 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 12th and 13th – so if you want to have fun while taking the opportunity…

Portland’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 tragedy caused by an impaired driver. If you were injured because of…

The 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 with pneumonia. After determining the outbreak was likely at Rosemont Court in North Portland, health department officials…

SE 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. Even last year saw an increase in the number of fatal…

Commuting 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 the many bicycle riders and pedestrians from the area into the mix, there are…

A 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 into custody. When someone causes serious injury or death because of reckless or willful misconduct, you may…