Pedestrian Accidents Archive
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on January 11, 2021
The Winter Solstice was on December 21, 2020. This represents a turning point when, after months of steadily increasing darkness, the sun slowly begins setting just a little later. Unfortunately, it will continue getting dark around dinner time until early in the spring, which in addition to impacting people’s moods…
Continue reading To Prevent Pedestrian Accidents In Portland, Take Extra Precautions When Walking at Night
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on December 8, 2020
Many Portland residents rely on walking for recreational purposes, to stay physically fit, and as a primary means of transportation. The city has made major infrastructure improvements over the years to accommodate them and to prevent pedestrian accidents. In addition to more crosswalks, traffic signals, and other controls, there has…
Continue reading Sidewalk Obstructions a Common Hazard, Increase Portland Pedestrian Accident Risks
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on November 11, 2020
Traffic safety officials in Portland and across the state continue to be alarmed by the high rate of pedestrian accidents. Despite increased public awareness and coordinated efforts at improving infrastructure issues, the overall number of cases continues to climb. Knowing where pedestrian accidents…
Continue reading Places Where Pedestrian Accidents In Portland Are Most Likely To Happen
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on October 6, 2020
Amidst ongoing concerns over COVID-19, there is another serious and potentially deadly public safety issue that is going largely ignored. Pedestrian injuries have risen dramatically over the past several years to the point of reaching epidemic levels. Experts claim that speeding, distracted driving,…
Continue reading Pedestrian Injuries Reach Epidemic Levels: Speeding, Distracted Driving, and SUVs To Blame
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents, Truck Accidents on September 29, 2020
When driving a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or other types of big rigs, truckers typically experience reduced visibility. This makes it harder for them to see surrounding cars on the road. When it comes to pedestrians, truckers are likely to not even know they are there until it is too…
Continue reading Oregon Truck Accidents Involving Pedestrians
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Pedestrian Accidents on September 22, 2020
Downtown Portland is a busy place. Pedestrians typically crowd sidewalks and congregate near local stores and eateries while nearby motorists fight traffic on congested and heavily traveled roads. Unfortunately, this can be a dangerous combination. When car crashes happen, pedestrians can end up being involved. This was the…
Continue reading Car Crash Responsible For Fatal Pedestrian Accident In Portland
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