On September 11th, Portland police officers found a pedestrian killed in the street at around 4:38 a.m. Law enforcement suspects that the individual was in or near a crosswalk on Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard when they were struck by a vehicle and killed. The responsible vehicle was not found at the scene and fled…
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…
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,…
Devin M. Kurtz (18) was involved in a car crash that resulted in the deaths of three teens and the injury of two others on Memorial Day. Wednesday, June 2, 2021, marked his first court appearance. Deputy sheriffs responded to the accident at about 9 p.m. on Monday (May 31) near the Milo McIver State…
In early June, a semi-truck rolled over onto its side, crashing on top of another vehicle. The accident occurred on a northbound stretch of Interstate 5. Fortunately, there were no deaths from the crash. However, the parties involved did sustain severe injuries. Truck accidents can be violent and catastrophic because of a truck’s size. Understanding…
There are many reasons why you should call the police after a collision involving one or more vehicles. The most important reason is to get first responders to the scene to assist those in need of medical assistance. However, a police report also provides valuable information if you need to file a claim. Rizk Law…
Now that summer is beginning to reveal longer and warmer days, it is time to get back outside again in Portland. To inspire Portlanders, as well as visitors exploring the city for the first time, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has developed some great programs and resources. Read on to discover some places to…
Early Saturday morning, Portland had its 26th traffic death of 2021. That number is already twice the number of traffic fatalities at the same time last year. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) says the city’s spike in traffic deaths emphasizes the urgent need to implement more pedestrian safety improvements throughout the state. If you…
The number of fatalities from car crashes rose steadily throughout the U.S. until 2016. Since that time, the number of traffic deaths began to decrease by a small percentage each year until 2020. During the pandemic, however, those numbers rose again sharply by an astonishing eight percent, despite there being less miles traveled and fewer…
Portland is recognized as a pedestrian-friendly community. Under the Vision Zero program, strategic improvement planning places the safety of pedestrians above all others on the road. Despite Portland’s “Strategy for People Movement” plans, 58 people, including 18 pedestrians, died in traffic accidents in 2020. If a motor vehicle hit you as a pedestrian, you may…