Portland, OR – Car Crash with Injuries reported on I-205 near NE Glisan St

Portland, OR (August 24, 2021) – Emergency crews in the Portland area were requested at the scene of a motor vehicle accident that sent an undisclosed number of people to area hospitals with injuries.

At around 2:52 a.m., on August 24, the Portland Police Department was notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Interstate 205 Freeway. Reports show that a collision between vehicles blocked the northbound side of the freeway near the exit for Northeast Glisan Street during the early morning hours.

The incident caused some disruptions in traffic as crews worked to clear the roadway.

Emergency medical services responded to the scene of the accident to render aid to victims. At least one person was transported to a local hospital for further care. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accidents in Portland, Oregon

Every day, motor vehicle accidents in the city of Portland inflict endless mental, physical, and emotional pain and suffering on victims. These accidents are often unpredictable. However, we continue to see a significant number of people harmed in accidents due to the negligence of other motorists.

We want to believe that we will always make it to our destinations without any problems, but this is far from reality. There are countless instances where drivers and their passengers are hurt in collisions due to drivers who are drunk or under the influence of drugs, distracted or engaging in other reckless actions while operating their vehicles.

When victims are hurt in collisions due to the actions of others, it is crucial that they seek legal guidance as soon as possible. Injured parties may have legal options to help them secure the compensation they need to move forward. By contacting a car accident attorney in Portland, you can learn about different legal options available to help you move forward. In cases where people sustain injuries in accidents, due to the negligence of others, they may be entitled to compensation to help cover the financial burdens they face moving forward.

Portland Personal Injury Lawyers

The Oregon personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard are committed to helping you every step of the way throughout your entire legal process. We understand that most victims have never gone through a civil case before. For this reason, we strive to provide the most effective and knowledgeable representation imaginable so they can get the justice they deserve.

Our clients can depend on us to keep their best interests in mind as we fight on their behalf to ensure they are fully and fairly compensated for their injuries. If you have been injured in an accident as a result of another motorist’s actions, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 today to schedule a free case evaluation today. We are available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss your accident and determine the most appropriate legal actions moving forward. Contact our team today to get started.

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Disclaimer: These posts are written with the intent to provide Oregonians with overall driving and safety information in an effort to reduce the number of serious accidents that take place on our roads and highways. These posts are not intended to provide medical or legal advice of any kind. The photograph used in this story is not representative of the actual accident scene.