News reports tend to focus on negligent rideshare drivers who cause accidents. While such incidents may occur, these gig economy drivers can also find themselves the victims of car accidents in Oregon. Anyone who spends significant time on the road could face a...
Many different distractions can lead to car accidents
Drivers across Oregon and throughout the county have become more and more reliant on the use of vehicles over time. Many commute to work every day and regularly drive to the grocery store or other shops on a frequent basis. Parents have the additional responsibility...
Chain reaction collision claims the life of man, others injured
Driver error, road hazards, impairment, distractions and inclement weather can all pose a threat to drivers in Oregon. Because people cannot control the actions of those around them, the inherent risk of driving remains despite their own responsible and cautious...
Pedestrian safety systems fail more than help
When shopping for a new vehicle today, a consumer may evaluate a range of advanced features designed to improve safety by either preventing collisions or reducing the impact of any collisions that may occur. Examples of these features include pedestrian detection...
With teen drivers, it’s judgment and experience that are lacking
It’s a Catch-22. One reason why traffic crashes remain the No. 1 cause of adolescent injuries and deaths in the United States is because young drivers lack experience. They are inundated with information and distraction. They feel like they know what they’re doing --...
In-car Breathalyzers may cause accidents to occur
Interlock devices used to prevent drunk driving accidents are becoming increasingly popular in Oregon and across the United States. These devices require that a driver breathes into a Breathalyzer before the car will start. Though some advocates believe that their use...
Common causes of truck accidents in Oregon
Truck accidents can be caused by a number of things, and drivers in Oregon should be aware of at least five of them. The first and most obvious factor is negligent driving. Truckers can speed, drive drowsy and drive drunk, among other things. It's interesting to note,...
Pediastrian, cyclist deaths increased in 2018
Though more people are registered to drive in Oregon and across the United States than ever before, driver and passenger fatalities decreased slightly in 2018. Unfortunately, pedestrian and cyclist deaths due to motor vehicle accidents increased to their highest rate...
