Grand Ronde, OR – Steven Donaldson Killed in Car Crash on Highway 18
Grand Ronde, OR (January 27, 2022) – One man has lost his life following a motor vehicle accident on Monday evening in Grand Ronde. At around 7:50 p.m., on January 24, emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Highway 18.
Reports from the Oregon State Police show that a black Toyota Camry 4D was traveling east on Highway 18 when it crossed over the centerlines and collided with a Honda Accord.
One person in the accident suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The victim was identified as 67-year-old Steven Donaldson. His passenger, 35-year-old Angelina Rakestraw, was transported to a local hospital for care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Angelina Rakestraw at this time. We hope for her full recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Steven Donaldson. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Oregon
Each year, more than 500 people lose their lives in vehicle collisions throughout the state of Oregon. These accidents often take place unexpectedly, leaving families to endure the overwhelming mental and emotional pain and suffering they bring. Quite often, families have a challenging time moving forward. Accepting the loss of a loved one is difficult under any circumstance. Knowing your loved one lost their life due to the negligence of another person just makes it even more difficult.
Not only are bereaved families forced to endure the emotional challenges of losing a loved one, but they are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral expenses, tackle burial costs, and move forward without an income they have grown to depend on. When victims lose their lives in accidents due to the negligence of others, it is crucial that their families seek the legal guidance of a wrongful death attorney in Grand Ronde as soon as possible. Working with a reputable and responsive legal team is a family’s best bet for recovering.
Grand Ronde Wrongful Death Lawyers
The Grand Ronde car accident attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience helping families protect their legal rights after losing loved ones in accidents. When victims are fatally injured due to the reckless, negligent, and careless actions of others, we fight on behalf of bereaved relatives to ensure they get the justice they deserve. Our team provides competent and effective legal representation while helping our clients navigate the complex legal system throughout the duration of their claims. We put together solid cases on behalf of families to ensure they are in the best position possible.
Our team works diligently to investigate each accident, put together solid cases on behalf of our clients, and fight to ensure justice is served. If you have lost a loved one due to another person’s negligence, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon by calling (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800. Schedule a free case evaluation with our team to discuss legal options available for you.
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