Portland, OR – One Severely Injured in Pedestrian Crash with Train at NE 82nd Ave & NE Jonesmore St
Portland, OR (May 17, 2022) – A pedestrian crash reported on the Northeast side of Portland left one person with critical injuries on Sunday evening, May 15. At around 9 p.m., the Portland Police Bureau was notified that an auto accident on Northeast Jonesmore Street required assistance.
Reports from the police show that a pedestrian was traveling in the area of Northeast Jonesmore Street and Northeast 82nd Avenue during the evening hours. For an unknown reason, they were struck by a MAX train.
The pedestrian sustained serious and life-threatening injuries. The victim was rushed to a local hospital for emergency care.
The police and firefighters closed off the area and remained on-site until 4 a.m., on May 16.
At this time, investigations are ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon
Pedestrians who are involved in accidents are more likely to suffer from severe and life-threatening injuries compared to other types of travelers. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents in the state of Oregon leave hundreds of people injured every year. In many instances, pedestrians suffer from severe spinal cord injuries, life-threatening traumatic brain injuries, and severely broken bones. Suffering from these and other life-altering injuries can be incredibly challenging.
People who suffer from severe injuries and accidents are often unable to go to work for several weeks or even months. Many people have to go through months of therapy and rehabilitation. Unfortunately, the chances of being left permanently disabled as a result of injuries are dramatically increased when pedestrians are involved in accidents.
The truth is that we see a significant number of people harmed in pedestrian accidents due to negligence. When motorists are reckless, speeding, and engaging in other actions, they placed the lives of others in the area at risk. If you have been injured as a result of a pedestrian accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. A Portland pedestrian accident lawyer will be able to review the circumstances surrounding your accident and fight to get you justice.
For decades, the Portland personal injury lawyers at Kivel & Howard have fought diligently to protect the legal rights of people who have been injured in accidents through no fault of their own. Our lawyers can thoroughly investigate your accident and build the strongest legal claim possible on your behalf. We will cite diligently to ensure you are able to hold the person who caused your injuries to account. Our lawyers will demand full and timely compensation on your behalf. If you have been injured as a result of a pedestrian accident do not wait to protect your legal rights. Contact artwork on personal injury law firm today to get started on your case. Our lawyers are available by calling (503) 796-0909 and (503) 802-4800 at your earliest convenience.
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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.
