Portland, OR – Pedestrian Fatally Struck on NE 87th Ave
Portland, OR (August 5, 2021) – One person has lost their life following a motor vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon, according to local authorities. On August 3, the Portland Police Department responded to the scene of a crash on Northeast 87th Avenue.
Reports from authorities show that an adult pedestrian was walking on private property in the 6100 block of Northeast 87th Avenue in Northeast Portland when they were struck by a vehicle.
The victim suffered fatal injuries in the accident and was declared deceased at the scene. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
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 Pedestrian Accidents in Portland, Oregon
Every day, motor vehicle crashes have a life-altering impact on victims throughout our state. Regrettably, no one is out of harm’s way when it comes to the possibility of being hurt. In fact, those who are traveling outside of vehicles are even at risk. Pedestrian collisions are often catastrophic due to the fact that these people are not protected from outside forces. Although we like to believe we are taking measures toward protecting pedestrians, we continue to see them hurt and killed at an alarming rate. Between 2018 and 2019, the state of Oregon saw a 22% increase in the number of pedestrians who lost their lives in traffic collisions. Portland alone loses roughly 20 people annually as a result of pedestrian crashes.
Regrettably, we continue to see a significant number of people lose their lives in accidents due to the negligence of others. When victims lose their lives in accidents caused by distracted drivers, drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or drivers engaging in other negligent actions were operating their vehicles, it is crucial that their family seek the assistance of a wrongful death attorney in Portland as soon as possible. In some cases, surviving relatives may have legal options available to help them recover the compensation they need to cover the financial burdens they face moving forward.
A responsive and knowledgeable legal team can review your loved one’s collision, identify all liable parties, and fight aggressively to help your family get justice. The Oregon pedestrian accident attorneys at Kivel & Howard have extensive experience helping grieving families after experiencing the sudden loss of a loved one. Our team provides strategic and trusted effective representation to ensure those affected are in the best position possible to move forward. Our team works diligently to investigate each crash, put together solid cases on behalf of our clients, and fight to ensure justice is served. If you have lost a loved one due to another person’s negligence, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon by calling (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800. Schedule a free case evaluation with our team to discuss legal options available for you. Our team is available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to review the circumstances surrounding your loved one and fight to protect your rights.
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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.
