Motor Vehicle Accidents

Oregon’s stunning vistas and scenic drives often mask a harsh reality: Many of its roads are treacherous and dangerous. A combination of challenging terrain, weather conditions and high-speed highways create perilous environments for motorists. Knowing which roads...

Although driving is a routine activity, it can also be hazardous. Motor vehicle accidents can lead to injuries, trauma and even fatalities. Distracted driving can contribute to car accidents. Understanding the risks of distracted driving can help motorists stay safe...

Head injuries can and do manifest differently in every person that experiences them. However, due to the similar structures and functions of the brain in every person, injuries to certain areas of the head or brain tend to have similar manifestations. This includes damage to the frontal lobe. What sort of areas does this part of the brain control? How…

Getting into a car crash can result in a plethora of unpleasant injuries. Though some injuries get a lot of press and attention such as spinal cord and head trauma, other injuries do not often get spoken of. This includes crush injuries, which are almost always notably severe. But what exactly are they? Severity of crush injuries Up To Date…

Traumatic brain injuries happen when the head takes a significant amount of damage, usually causing the brain to hit the inside of the skull. These injuries – known as TBIs – can have a severe impact on a victim’s overall health and wellness. Changes in personality and pain Medline Plus discusses the impact of trauma on the brain. Traumatic brain…

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…

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…

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…

Traffic fatalities and crash-related injuries are on the rise across Oregon, and so, too, is reckless driving. Reckless driving occurs when a motorist demonstrates a wanton or willful disregard for the safety of others while operating a motor vehicle. It is a frequent factor in Oregon crashes that lead to injuries, fatalities or both. According to Oregon Live, traffic deaths…

After a major car accident, you have several expensive medical bills to take care of. Even if you have insurance and a solid legal case, you may still bear financial responsibility for health care costs. Consumer Reports offers tips for negotiating medical bills. As you wait to see how your personal injury case turns out, learn how to keep bill…