On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Slip and Fall on May 21, 2020
The health and safety of older adults has been a primary concern amidst the coronavirus pandemic. While people of any age are at risk for contracting COVID-19, the ramifications for those over the age of 65 are more severe. As cases of the virus slowly decline, this segment…
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Personal Injury, Vancouver on March 20, 2020
Older adults, specifically those over the age of 65, are an at risk population. Even under ideal circumstances, they are more likely to be involved in different types of accidents. The current coronavirus pandemic only makes matters worse. It jeopardizes their health, creates additional difficulties in attending to…
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Personal Injury on February 21, 2020
Portland is rainy and wet this time of year. This can make for slippery conditions on buses, sidewalks, and in local stores. When you add in narrow walkways, uneven terrain, and the potential for crowds, it increases the risks for slip and fall accidents. These can result in…
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Slip and Fall on September 24, 2019
Slip and fall accidents can happen to anyone and occur in a variety of situations. Wet weather in Vancouver and rugged terrain makes them particularly common in our area. Due to the jarring impacts to the body these accidents typically result in, serious personal injuries Continue reading Public Awareness Campaign Focuses on Personal Injury Risks Among Older Adults Due to Slip and Fall Accidents
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Personal Injury on February 19, 2019
While the month of March is right around the corner, warmer spring weather is still a long way off for Vancouver residents. After enduring months of freezing temperatures, additional winter storms are forecasted for the weeks ahead. Officials are warning residents to use caution when going to work,…
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On behalf of The Johnston Law Firm, P.C. posted in Slip and Fall on August 30, 2018
With summer behind us, changing seasons bring many new activities and events throughout the city of Portland. Open-air festivals, public parks, and shopping plazas will be bursting with mingling students, professionals, and older adults, many of whom are likely day-trippers from nearby areas. While Portland natives and other…
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