Portland, OR
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Sat, 05/28/2016Complete Washington County, OR accident reports and news.
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Portland, ORAccidents in Washington County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year
In Washington County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
When an accident happens in Washington County, it is important to do the following immediately:
- Remain at the crash scene;
- Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
- Call the police;
- Exchange information with other drivers;
- Get contact information from witnesses;
- Inform your insurance company;
- Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
- Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
- Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.
An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.
After a Washington County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can connect you with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can provide you with information about your rights and options.
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Portland, OR
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Thu, 06/25/2015Portland, OR
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Fri, 05/08/2015A Forest Grove man was killed after he crashed along a Washington County road Friday evening. Steven Vincent Gorretta, 53, was driving a Ford Mustang on Northwest Gales Creek Road when he failed to negotiate a turn near Sargent Road. He died when the car rolled over.
Portland, OR
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Thu, 02/05/2015A male pedestrian was struck and killed by a car Thursday evening in Beaverton at Southwest Allen between Lombard and Hall. Police spokesman Mike Rowe said the driver, who stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, does not appear to have committed any crime.
Portland, OR
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Sat, 01/31/2015Shortly after 4:00pm, Hoffman was driving an SUV near Northwest Union Road and Northwest Bethany Boulevard when he lost control and the vehicle rolled over. It was also determind that Hoffman was under the influence of marijuana at the time of the crash, and that he may have been speeding.