Portland, OR – Injuries Follow Car Crash on Sunset Highway near SW Jefferson St
Portland, OR (April 8, 2023) – At least one person was transported to an area hospital following a car crash that took place in the Portland area. The accident was reported to the Portland Police Bureau at around 11:11 a.m. on April 7.
According to officials, vehicles collided on the eastbound side of Sunset Highway during the morning hours. Authorities responded to the scene of the crash and shut down the roadway near the exit for Southwest Jefferson Street.
Emergency crews remained at the scene extensively as they worked to remove the damaged vehicles from the road.
Paramedics were notified that they were needed at the scene to attend to victims who suffered injuries. Those who required further care were transported to local hospitals.
The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently being investigated.
Our thoughts go out to those who have been harmed in this crash.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Tens of thousands of car accidents take place in Oregon every year. In many cases, victims involved in these accidents are left with serious injuries. Regrettably, many crash victims suffer injuries that have a lasting impact on their health and well-being forever. The likelihood of incurring major injuries increases significantly when multiple vehicles are involved.
We witness people daily who have suffered from severe compound fractures, traumatic brain injuries, injuries to their internal organs, and other debilitating injuries that have a serious negative effect on their lives. These and other catastrophic injuries frequently require immediate medical attention from skilled medical professionals. Many people need to spend weeks in hospitals to recover from painful physical and emotional injuries. Unfortunately, we often see victims left permanently disabled as a result of their crashes. Not only do victims struggle physically and emotionally to move forward after accidents, but they often face significant financial consequences as well.
Innocent parties might be entitled to file a lawsuit against the motorist who injured them if they were hurt in a car accident due to negligence. You can increase your chances of obtaining the highest possible monetary settlement by seeking fearless and skilled legal counsel from a Portland car accident attorney. In order to assist you to fight for compensation to cover the losses you suffer as a result of your accident, our attorneys will put together the best possible case for you. We will demand that you are fairly compensated for your lost wages, medical costs, and other costs and damages you face.
Our personal injury lawyers at Kivel & Howard are dedicated to ensuring accident victims get justice and fair compensation for their injuries. With decades of combined experience, we strive for excellence in our representation of clients and provide personalized legal services that is tailored to meet each individual’s specific needs. So if you have been injured due to another person’s negligence, contact our experienced team today. We can assist with your case evaluation as well as discuss the best legal options available moving forward. Pick up the phone now and call us at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 so we can start defending your rights today.
