Portland, OR – Injuries Follow Auto Accident on NE Broadway

Portland, OR (December 25, 2022) – A vehicle collision was reported in the Portland area that resulted in injuries. At around 8:30 p.m., on December 23, the Portland Police Bureau responded to a crash that took place on Northeast Broadway.

According to law enforcement, the collision blocks Northeast Broadway during the evening hours. The Portland Police Bureau, area firefighters, and paramedics were all notified that they were needed to provide assistance at the scene.

Emergency crews arrived on site and blocked off the roadway to prevent further injuries or damages.

Injuries were reported as a result of this collision. EMS provided treatment to the victims who were harmed and transported them to area hospitals.

The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently being investigated.

We hope the victims who suffered injuries due to this crash are able to recover quickly.

Car Accidents in Oregon

A traffic accident can change your life forever. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of accidents are reported each year in our state that involve some form of negligence. Innocent people continue to be harmed as a result of drivers who are speeding, impaired, or distracted.

After being harmed in an accident that was caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another driver, you may be legally entitled to pursue a personal injury case against the person who is responsible. A personal injury case can help you secure financial compensation for various damages, including:

• Lost Wages: If you miss work because of your injuries, you are entitled to recover compensation for your lost wages.
• Lost Earning Capacity: If you were left criminally disabled as a result of your accident, you are entitled to recover compensation for the lost earnings that you would have made over your lifetime.
• Medical Expenses: Any treatment, whether current or future, that you require for your injuries, you will be able to recover compensation for. This can include surgery, hospitalization, and even medication that you require long-term.
• Vehicle Repair Costs: If your vehicle was damaged in the accident, you can recover the cost of repairs. You will need to provide evidence of the damage done to your vehicle, such as photographs or an estimate from a mechanic.

Working with a Portland car accident lawyer can help to ensure that you are able to get the maximum amount of compensation possible for these and other damages that you face.

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it’s important to seek legal help as soon as possible. At Kivel & Howard, we are dedicated to helping our clients get the justice they deserve and will do everything we can to ensure that your rights are protected. With decades of experience in the field of Portland personal injury law, our experienced attorneys have what it takes to win your case. Contact us today at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 for a free consultation, and let us provide you with top-quality representation that delivers the results you need and deserve.

Note: We utilize several outside sources when creating this accident news post for Kivel & Howard. Our sources include news and media outlets, state and local police incident reports as well as statements taken from individuals who have witnessed the accident.  Because of this, the facts surrounding this accident have not been independently verified by our writing staff.  If you find any information that is inaccurate in our story, let us know and we will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available.  We will remove this post from our site upon request.

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.