Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in Auto Wreck on SW Troy St near SW Terwilliger Blvd
Portland, OR (June 11, 2022) – A collision that took place in the Portland area sent at least one person to a local hospital with injuries. At around 4:30 p.m., on June 8, the Portland Police Bureau and firefighters were notified that a collision took place on Southwest Troy Street that required assistance.
Reports provided by the PPB show that a collision between vehicles occurred on Southwest Troy Street in the area of Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard. The incident caused moderate delays in the area.
Emergency medical services responded to the scene to treat victims who were injured. At least one person was transported to a local hospital for medical care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victims who suffered injuries as a result of this accident. We hope for their full and timely recovery.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Tens of thousands of people are left with injuries every year as a result of motor vehicle accidents in Oregon. Many people who are harmed in accidents are left with significant injuries that demand emergency medical treatment. Some of the most common injuries reported by auto accident victims include:
Traumatic Brain Injuries: TBIs are considered catastrophic in nature and that they cause serious and permanent damage. These injuries can impact a victim’s memory, mood, and motor skills. Many people who suffer from TBIs experience overwhelming pain and suffering.
Back Injuries: Suffering from a back injury can be completely debilitating. These injuries often prevent victims from performing various tasks. Suffering a severe back injury can leave a victim permanently disabled and unable to return to work indefinitely.
Burn Injuries: There are many cases where vehicles catch on fire after collisions. When people get trapped inside of their vehicles as they are on fire, they are at risk of suffering severe burn injuries. These injuries often require hospitalization and lengthy training.
If you have been injured due to a motor vehicle accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. It is important that you reach out to a car accident lawyer in Portland right away. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your accident, you may be entitled to compensation that you can use to cover the damages you face moving forward.
Our Portland personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of experience helping our clients get justice. Our lawyers can help you build the strongest personal injury case to prove your damages and that the defendant is at fault. We will investigate your accident and gather evidence from various sources to help build your case and provide you with the best chances of getting justice.
It is important that you act quickly to protect your legal rights. You can contact our Oregon personal injury law firm at your earliest convenience by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800. Our lawyers can schedule a free case evaluation with you to discuss your accident and the legal options you have moving forward. Contact our law firm today to get started.
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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.
