Category: Auto Accident News
3 Common Mistakes Oregon Teen Drivers Make After a Car Accident
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentTeen drivers are statistically the most likely to get into an automobile accident. In Oregon, almost 20% of all injuring crashes involved a driver between the ages of 15-20. Getting into a car accident, even if it’s just a fender …
Read moreEverything You Need to Know About Oregon’s Fault Laws
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentAfter a car accident occurs, you may encounter injuries and property damage that cause significant financial losses. While your insurance may help you cover small portions of the damage, you can also take legal action against the responsible party and …
Read moreCan I File a Claim After a Single-Vehicle Accident in Portland?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentJust like an accident involving two or more drivers, single-vehicle accidents may result in significant injuries and other losses as a result of someone else’s negligence. With the help of an experienced Portland car accident lawyer, you may be eligible …
Read more2021 Traffic Fatalities Reach a 16-year High
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentTraffic fatalities reached a 16-year high as the U.S. was emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates over 42,915 victims suffered a fatal motor vehicle collision in 2021, increasing from 10.5% in 2020. Causes, …
Read more5 Common Misconceptions in Multi-Vehicle Accident Claims
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentBeing involved in a multi-vehicle accident is frightening and stressful. Whether you’ve previously been in a car accident or this is your first serious collision, most people have little understanding of the legal options available after a multi-vehicle crash. Accident …
Read moreHow to Protect Yourself in a Parking Lot Accident Claim
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentParking lots can be chaotic places, especially if drivers are careless or unobservant. In a parking lot accident, you want to ensure that you protect your legal rights if you have sustained damages due to driver negligence. Often, drivers may …
Read more6 Types of PTSD Symptoms Common After a Portland Car Accident
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentWhen we go out for a drive, we are never expecting to cause or be involved in a car accident, but unfortunately, we can’t plan everything. Unexpected car accidents happen to numerous people every single day, and sometimes they change …
Read moreWho Is Responsible for a Self-Driving Vehicle Accident in Oregon?
Posted on behalf of RizkLaw in Auto AccidentOver the last few decades, our society has developed incredible new technology that we use every day. Not only have we seen this in how we communicate, but also in how we travel. Our cars and motorized vehicles continue to …
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