Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in Auto Wreck at SE 14th Ave & SE Powell Blvd

Portland, OR (September 28, 2021) – Authorities in the Portland area were requested at the scene of a traffic-related incident that ended in injuries Monday evening. At around 8:59 p.m., on September 27, the Portland Police Department, firefighters, and medical personnel received the notification that a crash on Southeast 14th Avenue required assistance.

Reports from the Portland police indicate that a collision between vehicles blocked Southeast 14th Avenue in the area of Southeast Powell Boulevard.

The incident prompted emergency crews to secure the area as they worked to clear the roadway.

EMS rendered aid to injured parties while at the scene. An undisclosed number of people were transported to area hospitals where they underwent further treatment of injuries.

At this time, the police in Portland are investigating to determine the cause of the crash.

Our thoughts are with the victims who were injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accidents in Portland

Motor vehicle collisions in Portland continue to take place at an alarming rate. No matter how many laws are in place to protect drivers and their passengers, hundreds of victims are hospitalized on a monthly basis with injuries from crashes involving cars, trucks, SUVs, and other methods of transportation. We want to think that we will always make it to our destinations without any issues, but this is far from reality. There are numerous instances where innocent parties are hurt in collisions due to drivers who are drunk or under the influence of drugs, distracted by cellphones and other objects, or engaging in other reckless actions while operating their vehicles.

When people are injured in crashes, they may have legal options available to help them recover. Seeking the guidance of a qualified, seasoned car accident attorney in Oregon as soon as possible can help you determine what legal options are available for you to get the justice you deserve. In cases where victims sustain injuries in crashes, due to the negligence of others, they may be entitled to compensation to help cover the financial burdens they face moving forward.

Portland Personal Injury Lawyers

The skilled and responsive Portland personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience helping injured parties get the justice they deserve after being hurt in vehicle crashes. Our clients can depend on us to keep their best interests in mind as we fight on their behalf to ensure they are fully and fairly compensated for their injuries. We are committed to providing each client we work with excellence and individualized representation to ensure their specific legal needs are met.

If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle collision as a result of another person’s actions, contact our personal injury attorneys in Portland at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 to schedule a free case evaluation today. Our lawyers are available at your earliest convenience to meet with you and discuss the circumstances surrounding your crash to determine the best legal options available for you moving forward. Call now to see how we can help you.

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