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Cyclists follow many of the same rules as motorists. In most states, this includes stopping at stop signs. However, a few states, including Oregon, have separate rules for how cyclists approach stop signs. In 2020, Oregon enacted a stop-as-yield law for cyclists. What is the stop-as-yield law? In most states, bicycles must come to a complete stop at a stop…
As motorcyclists know, they face a higher rate of risk and danger on any road they share with other drivers. However, certain actions can end up serving as a bigger risk to them than others. Surprisingly, left turns are among these risks. One left turn could actually put a rider at greater risk of a crash than they may expect.…
The biggest risk to you when riding your motorcycle is other vehicles, but you cannot control what they do. What you can do is keep yourself as safe as possible by knowing about some common factors that lead to accidents for bikers. The Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services explains there are a few things to keep in mind that…
When you get behind the wheel of your big rig in Oregon, you have the responsibility of driving safely and attentively. Fatigue can disrupt your focus and replace your confidence with incoherence. Understanding just how dangerous fatigue is might give you the incentive to avoid exhaustion. Prioritizing your sleep and complying with all federal guidelines can lower your risks of…
Bicycle safety should be on everyone’s minds, regardless of whether they themselves are cyclists or not. Knowing how to avoid a bicycle accident is important because it is perfectly legal for bikes to share the road with motor vehicles, with some rare exceptions. While biking can certainly be fun, convenient and sustainable, cyclists do stand to sustain catastrophic personal injuries…
Product liability can lead to the manufacturer or some other responsible party having to pay you for injuries you sustained from using the product. However, you may not always have a valid claim. The Oregon State Bar explains there are some things that could invalidate your case and leave you liable for the incident that caused your injuries. For this…
Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of spinal cord injury (SCI). After an SCI, you may have difficulty with mobility and walking. For some patients, there is hope to regain some mobility. According to Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center, if you have an incomplete spinal cord injury, you have a better chance of regaining the ability to…
Motorcycle accidents may leave riders with various injuries to treat and questions to answer. For instance, how do medical professionals treat common motorcycle accident injuries like road rash? UW Health breaks down a treatment plan for abrasions sustained in a motorcycle wreck. Harmed riders must take care of themselves and their injuries while pursuing fair compensation. Daily care Every day,…
A catastrophic injury can turn your life upside down. One minute you could have ambitious dreams for the future and the next moment you might have a machine keeping you alive. Understanding what factors categorize an injury as “catastrophic,” may help you identify your next steps. Adequate support, targeted therapy and ongoing medical treatment might help you learn how to…
As a driver, you know that it is important to hit the road with full attentiveness every time. After all, it only takes one lapse in consciousness to end up in a serious crash. Some distractions are harder to combat than others, though. Inattentional blindness falls into this category. Where is inattentional blindness useful? Verywell Mind discusses inattentional blindness when…