Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in Auto Accident on NE Columbia Blvd near NE 66th Ave
Portland, OR (September 2, 2022) – A motor vehicle accident was reported in the Portland area on Thursday afternoon that ended in injuries. At around 3:49 p.m., on September 1, officers with the Portland Police Bureau were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision that occurred on Northeast Columbia Boulevard.
Reports from the police show that a crash between an undisclosed type and amount of vehicles occurred on Northeast Columbia Boulevard in the area near Northeast 66th Avenue. The Portland Police Department closed off multiple lanes of the roadway. Police and firefighters worked to remove the debris from the scene of the crash and restore the flow of traffic.
Injuries were confirmed due to this motor vehicle collision. At least one victim involved in the crash was transported to an area hospital by ambulance, where they were provided medical treatment.
The Portland Police Bureau is investigating this accident at this time.
We hope those who were hurt as a result of this automobile accident are able to make a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Each year, there are tens of thousands of motor vehicle accidents that take place in the state of Oregon. Many of these accidents result in injuries to those involved. We see many cases where people are left with significant injuries that require medical care. Unfortunately, the impacts of a motor vehicle accident can completely shatter your life.
If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of an automobile collision in the state of Oregon, our car accident lawyers in Portland will do all we can when it comes to helping you rebuild your life and get justice.
Our lawyers at Kivel & Howard are aware that things may be very difficult for you in the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident. It is important that you understand that our team will remain by your side every step of the way. It is possible that in the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, you are able to seek compensation from the person who caused the crash to take place.
Proving that an act of negligence contributed to your crash is crucial. In Oregon, some of the leading causes of crashes that we see include:
- drivers who are speeding
- drivers who are impaired
- drivers who fail to yield to others
- drivers who are distracted
- drivers who engage in reckless actions
After proving that act of negligence caused your crash, our Portland car accident lawyers will help you seek compensation from them. We will help you get the money necessary to cover your medical expenses, alleviate the impact of lost wages, and cover a variety of other economic and noneconomic damages you face.
Schedule a consultation at our Oregon law firm at your earliest convenience by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800 to get started on your case.
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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.
