Portland, OR – Injuries Reported in NE Lombard St Crash near NE 15th Ave
Portland, OR (March 14, 2023) – An automobile accident took place on Tuesday morning in the Portland area that left at least one person with injuries. At approximately 3:06 a.m. on March 14, the Portland police Bureau was dispatched to aid at the scene of an automobile accident that took place on Northeast Lombard Street.
Upon arriving at the scene, firefighters and area police located the damaged vehicles on Northeast Lombard Street near the intersection with Northeast 15th Avenue.
Police and firefighters immediately blocked off the intersection and started to clear the road.
Paramedics went to work removing the damaged vehicles from the scene. At least one person was provided transportation to a local hospital for further medical care.
The Portland Police Bureau is investigating the crash.
Car Accidents in Oregon
According to police reports, approximately 3000 motor vehicle accidents are reported every month in the state of Oregon. Thousands more go unreported. Many of these accidents leave victims with crippling injuries that impact their lives forever.
Every day, innocent people are forced to deal with paralyzing spinal cord injuries. These injuries can be nearly impossible to overcome. Many victims who suffer from them are left permanently disabled and unable to use their legs. In some cases, victims lose the ability to use their arms as well.
We also see a significant number of people left with traumatic brain injuries. These injuries can make it difficult for victims to concentrate, make decisions, or remember things. Many other accidents leave victims with serious broken bones, internal organ injuries, and other significant injuries that impact their health and well-being.
Dealing with the aftermath of an automobile accident is not something that you have to do alone. After being injured in an accident, a Portland car accident lawyer can help guide you through the legal process and fight for your legal rights. Your attorney will help you get the medical care that you need for your injuries and fight fearlessly to ensure your best interests are protected. After your accident, it is imperative that you act quickly to take legal action. If you wait, you run the risk of losing critical evidence in support of your claim.
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle collision due to another person’s negligence, our knowledgeable and fearless team of Oregon personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard is here to help. We have decades of combined experience providing excellent legal representation for accident victims who seek justice after their accident. Our goal is to provide individualized and attentive legal advice that ensures each client receives the outcome they are hoping for. Contact us today by calling (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800, so we can discuss how we can fight on your behalf and protect your rights as an injured party seeking justice.