Portland, OR – Injuries Follow MVA at N Central St & N Burlington Ave
Portland, OR (August 1, 2022) – The Portland Police Bureau was notified that their assistance was needed at the scene of a crash on Sunday afternoon in the Portland area that ended in injuries. Just before 2:15 p.m., on July 31, police were informed that a crash took place on North Central Street.
Police officers arrived at the scene and located damaged vehicles on North Central Street in the area near North Burlington Avenue. The local police and firefighters blocked off the intersection while assisting on-site.
Emergency medical services were notified that their assistance was needed at the scene. At least one person was transported to a local hospital for the treatment of injuries.
The Portland Police Bureau is conducting a crash investigation at this time.
We hope the injured parties recover quickly and fully.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Crashes occur daily in the state of Oregon, which result in injuries for those involved. We see thousands of people hospitalized with significant injuries due to negligent drivers. We see many accidents happen in Oregon due to drivers who:
- Are under the influence of drugs or alcohol while operating their vehicles
- Are distracted due to using their cell phones and engaging in other actions while behind the wheel
- Are traveling above the posted speed limits during dangerous weather and road conditions
- Fail to yield the right of way to other drivers at intersections and while switching lanes
When people are involved in motor vehicle accidents, they are often left with painful injuries. Many accident victims have to go through extensive medical treatment. Trying to overcome the painful physical and emotional consequences of crashes can seem impossible.
If you have been hurt due to a motor vehicle accident, a car accident lawyer in Portland will be able to help you pursue legal action. You may be able to file a personal injury case against the person who caused the crash. This type of legal action will help you get the money to cover medical expenses and a variety of other costs that you face from your crash.
Our lawyers at Kivel & Howard understand how difficult it can be for crash victims to move on. Trying to rebuild their lives while dealing with painful injuries can seem nearly impossible.
When innocent people are hurt in crashes due to drivers who choose to engage in negligence, a personal injury claim can help them get the money necessary for medical expenses and more. Our lawyers will help you get the money that you need and deserve following your crash. Our team will build a strong case on your behalf and fight to get you justice.
If you’ve been hurt due to a collision, contact our Oregon law firm today by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800 to get started on your case. Our team at Kivel & Howard is available to take your call.
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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.
