On Monday night, residents in the Portland metro area were issued hazardous air quality warnings due to local wildfires and dangerous levels of smoke that have been further complicated by strong winds gusts in the area. Rizk Law discusses these latest wildfires, as well as the serious health, safety and driving concerns they are causing…
This summer has been a deadly one for outdoor water enthusiasts who enjoy Oregon’s many options for boating recreation. The state has had 22 fatalities involving a boat this season, the most in a single year since the state’s current record of 25 back in 1993. There are still several weeks of warm weather expected,…
Accident victims often do not understand what an Independent Medical Exam (IME) is, or why they should get one if they are already being treated for their injuries. It seems unnecessary until you understand the insurance company’s real purpose for requesting an IME. At Rizk Law, we understand exactly why insurance companies ask for IMEs….
Unprecedented numbers of visitors, fed up with the isolation and worries about COVID-19, are looking to enjoy a vacation at Oregon’s many beaches, forests and mountains. There is little else to do this summer since most sporting events, out-of-state trips, and other events have been canceled, so camping is especially popular. However, the atypical overcrowding…
Under Oregon law, regardless of whether a dog had a prior history or not, the owner is responsible for maintaining control of his or her pet at all times. If a dog bites someone, with or without a prior history, the dog owner may be liable for the damages. Dangerous dog attacks are terrifying and…
Everyone has, and will continue to, adjust to accommodate COVID-19 realities. Personal injury claimants must also adjust. Those who pivot effectively could be pleasantly surprised. Those who don’t may end up without the treatment needed and empty-handed. Which end of the spectrum your claim lands will depend, in large part, on whether a claimant can…
In March 2020, the hours-of-service (HOS) regulations under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) were suspended nationwide. While smaller scale suspensions have happened in the past during times of local or state disasters, there has never been a nationwide suspension. Rizk Law explains why the Department of Transportation has issued the emergency relief order…
As Oregon starts to see some nicer weather and the state begins to reopen for business, drivers of motorcycles, cars and other vehicles will be excited to get out on the roads again. During motorcycle awareness month, it is a good time to reconsider road safety, especially after being cooped up for so many weeks…
Statistics show pedestrian and cyclist deaths from traffic accidents are the highest they have been in nearly three decades. With all of the focus on safety awareness, why do these numbers continue to climb and what can you do to protect yourself from either causing an accident or becoming a statistic? Pedestrian and Cyclist Deaths…
By Richard Rizk Spring skiing in Oregon is a glorious experience! The blue skies, warmer weather, forgiving “corn” snow, grooving slope and side music are ingredients for great fun and sometimes, disaster. Here we examine factors that may increase the risk of après ski roadway crashes. Human Fatigue Most mountain motorists come to play in…