Portland, OR – Injuries Follow Car Crash on SE 28th Ave near SE Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR (January 11, 2023) – A vehicle accident was reported in the Portland area on Tuesday afternoon that resulted in confirmed injuries. At around 345 p.m. on January 10, officers with the Portland Police Bureau were called to provide assistance at the scene of a traffic accident on Southeast 28th Avenue.
According to reports, a collision between vehicles occurred on Southeast 28th Avenue in the area of Southeast Holgate Boulevard.
Officers with the Portland Police Bureau responded to the scene and secured the area.
Emergency medical services were notified that they were needed at the scene of the crash to provide assistance. Medics arrived on site and immediately went to work on providing care to the injured victims. At least one victim involved in the crash was provided transportation to a local hospital for further medical care.
The police in Portland are currently investigating the incident.
We hope those who were harmed as a result of this auto accident are able to recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Oregon
More than 575 people died due to fatal car crashes in Oregon in 2022. Tens of thousands of other people involved in devastating accidents are left with physical and emotional pain and suffering that impacts their lives forever. In many cases, these accidents are a result of human error. Leading factors in car crashes across our state include:
- Drivers who are under the influence of intoxicants.
- Drivers who fail to yield to other motorists.
- Recklessly switching between lanes.
- Drivers who are speeding or traveling too fast.
- Drivers who are using their cell phones to text or talk to other people.
- Motorists who are eating while driving.
Any type of negligent action can have severe consequences for people sharing the road. Unfortunately, accidents take place daily due to these and other reckless actions.
If you have been harmed as a result of a car crash, our Portland car accident lawyer can help you protect your legal rights and get justice.
If a car crash caused by another person’s negligence has left you harmed, you may be able to sue them for financial compensation. Working with our team can help to ensure that you have the strongest case possible to prove your damages were a result of the defendant’s actions. Our fearless legal team will fight to help you give the maximum amount of compensation for your medical costs, loss of enjoyment of life, and a variety of other damages you face.
At Kivel & Howard, we are committed to providing Portland car accident victims with the representation that they need to achieve a favorable outcome for their personal injury claims. Our experienced and compassionate team works hard to ensure that your rights are protected throughout the entire legal process. We will not only fight to protect your legal rights, but we will advocate on your behalf to ensure your best interests are protected as well. If you have been harmed as a result of a car accident, contact our personal injury lawyers in Portland at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 to schedule a free consultation at your earliest convenience.
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.
