Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in MVA on NE 122nd Ave near NE Glisan St
Portland, OR (May 18, 2022) – The Portland Police Bureau and area firefighters were called to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon that ended in injuries. Just after 3:15 p.m., on May 17, authorities were notified that an automobile accident on Northeast 122nd Avenue required assistance.
Reports provided by the Portland police Bureau indicate that a collision between vehicles occurred on Northeast 122nd Avenue in the area of Northeast Glisan Street. The incident blocked the intersection, prompting the police and firefighters to close off the roadway.
Emergency medical services provided treatment to injured parties on site. Those in need of further assistance were transported to area hospitals for further care.
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 as a result of this accident. We hope for their fast and full recovery.
Car Accidents in Oregon
Auto collisions across the state of Oregon leave tens of thousands of people injured every year. There are a significant number of accidents that are caused by drivers who engage in reckless, negligent, and malicious actions while operating their vehicles. Some of the most common causes of Oregon traffic incidents include:
- Drivers who are under the influence of alcohol while operating their vehicles
- Drivers who are on drugs while behind the wheel
- Drivers who are speeding
- Drivers who fail to yield the right of way to other drivers sharing the road
- Drivers who switch lanes of travel without looking
When people engage in these and other reckless actions while operating their vehicles, they place the lives of others sharing the road at risk of being harmed. When innocent people are hurt in auto accidents due to the negligence of others, they may have legal options available to help them move forward. A car accident lawyer in Portland can provide you with the best chance possible of getting justice after your accident.
The Portland personal injury lawyers at Kivel & Howard have extensive experience helping people injured and accidents across the state get justice. Our lawyers can help you pursue a personal injury case against the person who caused your injuries. We will take all of the legal work off of your hands so you can focus on recovering from your injuries.
Our lawyers will handle all of the communication with the insurance company of the at-fault driver to ensure you are not taken advantage of. We will fight to ensure you get justice and you are able to collect the maximum amount of compensation available for medical expenses, lost earnings, repairs to your vehicle, and more.
If you have been injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. Contact our Oregon personal injury law firm right away by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800 to schedule a free case evaluation.
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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.
