Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in Car Crash at SW 20th Ave and Burnside St

Portland, OR (November 5, 2021) – An automobile accident reported in the Portland area ended in injuries. At around 3:46 a.m., on November 5, emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Southwest 20th Avenue.

Reports from local authorities indicate that a collision between vehicles occurred on Southwest 20th Avenue that caused moderate delays in the area of West Burnside Street.

The incident resulted in injuries. Medical personnel rendered aid to victims briefly while at the scene. At least one person was transported to a local hospital for further care.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

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

Car Accidents in Oregon

Every day, motor vehicle accidents in the city of Portland inflict endless mental, physical, and emotional pain and suffering on victims. These accidents are often unpredictable. However, we continue to see a significant number of people harmed in accidents due to the negligence of other motorists. There are many instances where people are hurt in crashes due to drivers who are drunk or under the influence of drugs, distracted, or engaging in other reckless actions while operating their vehicles.

Although we have many laws in place to protect motorists traveling in Portland and across the state, we continue to see victims harmed due to the negligence of other motorists. When drivers engage in reckless activities while operating their vehicles, they place the lives of others at risk.

When victims are harmed in crashes, it is crucial that they seek legal guidance as soon as possible. You may have legal options to help you secure the compensation you need to move forward. By contacting a car accident attorney in Portland, you can learn different legal options available to help you get the justice you deserve.

Portland Personal Injury Lawyers

The Portland personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard have extensive experience fighting on behalf of injured parties to ensure they get the justice they deserve following their accidents in Portland and throughout the entire state. Our team provides competent and aggressive legal representation so our clients can focus on recovering from their injuries.

Our team provides trusted and responsive legal representation so our clients can focus on recovering from their injuries while knowing their legal rights and best interests are protected. We understand that most people have never been involved in a civil case before. For this reason, we are committed to providing responsive and thorough representation to ensure our clients know what is taking place every step of the way.

If you have been injured in an accident as a result of another motorist’s actions, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 today to schedule a free case evaluation today. We are available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss your accident and determine the most appropriate legal actions moving forward. Contact our team 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.