Portland, OR – Tow Truck Driver Hurt in Pedestrian Wreck on I-84

Portland, OR (January 30, 2023) – A traffic accident reported in Northeast Portland left one person injured. On January 29, the Portland Police Bureau responded to the scene of a traffic crash that took place on Interstate 84.

According to reports from the police, a 27-year-old tow truck driver had just finished putting a vehicle onto his truck on Interstate 84. As he stood next to the vehicle, he was struck by a Ford tow truck traveling through the area.

The driver of the Ford then fled the scene without stopping.

The tow truck driver that was struck was located at the scene suffering from serious injuries. He was providing care briefly on-site and was transported to a local hospital.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

We hope the pedestrian injured as a result of this accident recovers quickly.

Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon

Every year, traffic accidents in the state of Oregon leave tens of thousands of people hurt. There are many cases where pedestrians are victimized as a result of these auto accidents. Pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable during accidents. As a result, they are likely to suffer serious injuries that impact their lives forever.

There are several types of injuries that victims involved in pedestrian accidents can suffer. These can include head and neck injuries, as well as injuries to the lower limbs. Head and neck injuries that victims suffer and pedestrian accidents are often caused by their head striking windshields or hard road surfaces. Lower limb injuries are often caused by the striking vehicle’s bumper. Unfortunately, these and other serious injuries that take place as a result of pedestrian accidents can require extensive medical treatment.

Victims hurt in pedestrian crashes are often forced out of work for an extended period as they recover. Having to go through therapy and rehabilitation is not only time-consuming but it is incredibly costly. If you have been hurt as a result of a pedestrian crash that was caused by the negligent actions of another driver, you may be able to file a personal injury case. A Portland pedestrian accident lawyer can help you seek compensation to cover your medical expenses, your lost earnings, and various other damages that you face. It is important that you act quickly to take legal action to ensure you have the best chance of getting justice.

At Kivel & Howard, our Portland personal injury attorneys are here to help you if you have been injured due to the negligence of another party. We firmly believe that you should be able to get justice and collect fair compensation for the injuries and damages that you have been forced to endure as a result of another person’s negligence. For this reason, we are dedicated to providing fearless representation to our clients to ensure their legal rights and best interests are protected. If you have been hurt as a result of a pedestrian crash caused by another person’s negligence, contact our Oregon personal injury law firm today at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 for a free consultation to discuss the specifics of your case, so we can get started on fighting for your legal 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.