On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Car Accidents, Crosswalk Injury, Pedestrian Accidents on April 13, 2017
Portland has strong neighborhoods, an engaged and active community, and a variety of year-round events. While there are always plenty of things to see and do within walking, biking, or driving distance, those who live or work in the city need to be aware of the potential for
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Taking the Vision Zero Pledge
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Crosswalk Injury, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Portland on January 18, 2017
Obeying traffic rules and signals is a part of life if you want to avoid the costs of getting ticketed, as well as a potential driver’s license suspension. Beyond the fact that driving over the speed limit or running red lights is against the law, disregarding the rules…
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Are Stop Signs In Parking Lots Legitimate In Oregon?
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury on July 27, 2016
Portland streets are busy year-round with a heavy mix of both motorists and pedestrians. To keep everyone safe and to avoid pedestrian accidents and injuries, drivers are required to yield to pedestrians and to avoid behaviors that have shown to increase the likelihood of accidents, such as speeding,…
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Rules Pedestrians Must Follow in Portland
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents on July 11, 2016
Walking is an excellent form of exercise, as well as being an inexpensive, environmentally friendly mode of transportation. In and around Portland, there are numerous paths and hiking trails for people who enjoy walking and hiking, as well as sidewalks and crosswalks that make getting from one neighborhood…
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Reporting a Hit and Run Accident in Oregon
Tags: hit and run, pedestrian accidents
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Car Accidents, Crosswalk Injury, Pedestrian Accidents on May 17, 2016
Portland’s geography, climate, and year round activities and attractions make the city particularly appealing for walkers, whether out running errands and shopping in neighborhood markets or enjoying the area’s trails and parks. In order to ensure the safety of those both on foot and in vehicles, Portland’s pedestrian…
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Portland Pedestrian Right of Way Laws Explained
Tags: crosswalk injury, pedestrian accidents, personal injury
On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents on November 30, 2015
Portland has worked hard to be a place that is easy to travel in. Whether you get around by car or by foot, there are a variety of avenues to get where you need to go. Portland has also worked hard to become a place where both automobile…
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Can The Pedestrian Be At Fault In An Auto-Pedestrian Accident?
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