Portland, OR – Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Crash on NE 82nd Ave near NE Alderwood Rd

Portland, OR (September 9, 2021) – A deadly motorcycle crash took place in Portland that claimed one person’s life near the International Airport. Just after 9 a.m., on September 9, emergency crews were requested at the scene of an accident on Northeast 82nd Avenue.

The Portland Police Bureau reported that a motorcyclist was involved in an accident near the area of Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Alderwood Road. As a result of the collision, a motorcyclist went down off the road.

The rider sustained severe injuries in the accident. Emergency crews responded to the scene and secured the area.

The victim was subsequently pronounced deceased as a result of their injuries. At this time, the PPB is investigating to determine the cause of the crash.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Portland, Oregon

Every year, motorcycle accidents across the United States claim lines on more than 5000 people. Statistics show that 81.5% of these accidents and injuries and nearly 5% of victims and the passing away. In many instances, victims end up losing their lives in motorcycle accidents due to the negligent and reckless actions of other drivers. Some of the leading causes of motorcycle accidents include:

• Speeding drivers
• Drivers who fail to yield the right of way
• Blindspot accidents
• Impaired drivers
• Driving while distracted

These acts of negligence continue to cause severe and fatal injuries for victims every year in our state. There is no way to prepare for the aftermath of a motorcycle accident. These accidents often leave families to bear the overwhelming mental, financial, and emotional consequences associated with the loss of a loved one.

You do not have to move forward alone after losing a loved one in a crash caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another person. When motorcyclists lose their life and accidents, it is crucial that their families seek the assistance of a wrongful death attorney in Portland as soon as possible. A skilled legal team will review the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident to determine all liable parties and seek justice against them.

Portland Wrongful Death Lawyers

The Portland motorcycle accident attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience fighting on behalf of bereaved families across Portland. We strive to help families hold wrongdoers accountable for their negligent and reckless actions. Our team stops at nothing to ensure grieving families are able to get the justice and the compensation they deserve. If your loved one has lost their life in a motorcycle accident, due to the negligent actions of another motorist, do not wait to protect your legal rights. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800. Our team is available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss the legal options available for you. Schedule a free case review with our team so we can get started on your case.

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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.