Most motorists will have about four accidents during their driving years, according to the insurance industry. That's not very many. But any time large vehicles are colliding, there's a chance of an injury. Spine injuries from car accidents impact many people across...

Distracted driving in Oregon causes numerous injuries and deaths every year. Because most of us spend time in cars, everyone should learn about safe driving. Though driving can feel like a mundane activity, car accidents are still a leading cause of death in the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 --...

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...

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,...

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...