When a pedestrian is struck by a car, most people immediately assume the driver is at fault. However, both pedestrians and drivers share responsibility for safety on the road. Read below for more information about pedestrians and liability for car crashes in Oregon. If you were injured in a pedestrian versus motor vehicle accident due…
Red-light crashes are on the rise. Tragically, these accidents, which are easily preventable, often cause serious or fatal injuries. In fact, a recent AAA report reveals that red-light runners are on the rise, causing as much as 28 percent of all deaths at intersections with traffic signals. Learn more about red-light crashes in Oregon, including…
A car crash involving a single vehicle can only be caused by the driver of that vehicle, right? That is not necessarily true. Read today’s blog to learn about situations where a single-vehicle collision may not be the fault, or at least solely the fault, of the driver. If you suffered harm in a single-vehicle…
After a car crash, most people experience shock and a rush of adrenaline. Unfortunately, this can mask pain, and without any visible injury, an accident victim may decide to skip any type of medical treatment. This decision could be a serious or even fatal mistake. Learn more about the signs and symptoms to watch for…
Car insurance claims get denied all the time, but if it happens to you it can be extremely frustrating. If you are still recovering from your accident, it can be stressful and confusing trying to figure out what to do. What are your legal options? Can an attorney help you to appeal and overturn an…
By Richard Rizk After a nice dinner, you are ready to go home, but something seems off. As you get closer to your car, you notice a cracked window, a busted-out glovebox and your briefcase and sports bag are gone. The next day you discover that surveillance films from the restaurant captured the whole event…
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…