Pedestrian Accidents Archive
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on May 4, 2020
Plenty of Portland residents rely on trains to get to and from work or to run various errands. There are several rail service providers in the area, with tracks that zig zag throughout the city and surrounding neighborhoods. Unfortunately, the placement of these tracks and of train stations…
Continue reading Two Portland Pedestrian Accidents Involving Trains Highlight Potential Dangers
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on April 6, 2020
Weeks into the coronavirus pandemic, social distancing has brought about massive changes in Portland. With schools and businesses closed, residents are staying at home to reduce the chances for community spread. While traffic is greatly reduced in the city and surrounding neighborhoods, there are still plenty of people…
Continue reading How Coronavirus Pandemic Can Increase Your Pedestrian Accident Risks
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on March 4, 2020
Many Portland residents rely on walking as an inexpensive form of transportation and for the health and environmental benefits it offers. While our area has a reputation as being a ‘walker-friendly’ city, the fact is that a disturbing number of pedestrian accidents in…
Continue reading Study Sheds Light on Psychological Factors That Contribute to Pedestrian Accidents
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on February 5, 2020
Pedestrian accidents in Portland have steadily increased over the past few years. This is despite the targeted efforts of law enforcement to apprehend reckless drivers who put pedestrians at risk and public safety improvements designed to improve traffic conditions. For residents, it is important to…
Continue reading The Three Groups Most at Risk for Pedestrian Accidents In Portland
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on January 8, 2020
Pedestrian accidents are a common problem in Portland and in cities around the world. In an effort to address the issue and stop the upward trend of traffic violence, the Vision Zero plan was created. It includes a strategy that addresses underlying causes contributing to…
Continue reading Vision Zero Sees Success in Other Countries, Despite Problems in Portland
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on December 6, 2019
The high rate of pedestrian accidents and injuries in Portland over the course of 2019 have public safety officials concerned. Efforts among law enforcement at apprehending reckless drivers and Infrastructure improvements, such as more sidewalks and traffic signals, are important but have failed…
Continue reading Dos and Don’ts To Prevent Pedestrian Injuries When Walking at Night
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