Auto Accident News

After stopping to pick up their paychecks for a week of work, 13 Guatemalan Christmas tree workers were on their way home when a Ford F-350 truck hit the passenger side of the Chevy passenger van they were traveling in. Three migrant workers died from…

Car accidents are often frightening and frustrating, but when a borrowed vehicle is involved, the situation can be even more confusing.  The licensed Hillsboro car accident lawyers at Rizk Law have detailed knowledge of liability for car accidents and…

Many newer cars are equipped with safety technology to help drivers avoid pedestrian accidents, including backup cameras and collision avoidance systems that can apply the brakes to avoid an accident. However, if this technology fails to function as intended…

Bikes are a big part of Portland’s commuter culture, but how do you make sure you have sufficient insurance – especially if you do not own a car? If you were the victim of a hit and run accident while riding your bicycle, our experienced Portland bicycle…

Oregon’s Metro Council made a preliminary recommendation of $3.11 billion in funding for regional transportation projects in 13 transportation corridors in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. The council has several goals for these projects,…

Punitive damages are rarely awarded in personal injury cases. These damages only apply to cases where the party that caused the injury showed extreme negligence. Drunk driving may be an example of this level of negligence.   Below, our Portland car accident…

The latest highway crash fatality data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows traffic deaths declined 2.4 percent in 2018 compared to 2017, marking two years in a row of decline in these kinds of deaths. However, traffic…

Being involved in a car crash is often an overwhelming and scary experience. In the aftermath of an accident, you may feel confused or be unaware of any injuries you might have suffered. This is why seeking medical attention immediately after an accident…

Most drivers are familiar with the "non-stop" maneuver at a stop sign, commonly known as the "California roll". However, fewer folks are acquainted with the "Oregon yield". And no, it is not a farming or harvest term. Unlike most other states, Oregon…

A left-turn accident is one of the most common types of collisions at an intersection. Typically, this kind of accident happens because the driver turning left fails to yield to oncoming traffic. Since the motorist driving straight usually has the right-of-way,…