If exploring Portland on foot ends with you getting hit by a motor vehicle, you have rights. Let us help you understand and protect them. Our experienced Portland personal injury lawyers provide compassionate and experienced legal representation to victims of pedestrian collisions in Portland and throughout Oregon. We have more than 35 years of experience serving pedestrian accident victims and their families. Contact us to start your case with a free consultation.
Why Choose Our Portland Pedestrian Accident Attorney?
- You will benefit from the undivided attention and genuine care of your attorney. We are in this business for the people, not the profits.
- We have a proven track record of success. Our lawyers have secured millions of dollars for clients, including a recent $2.2 million settlement for a pedestrian collision case.
- Our attorneys take clients on a contingency fee basis. This means you won’t have to pay your pedestrian accident lawyer in Portland unless we win your case.
How Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Can Help
Entrusting your pedestrian accident case to an attorney in Portland can make it possible to achieve the case results you deserve without the stress. Your lawyer can go up against an insurance company for you to prevent it from treating you unfairly. A comprehensive case investigation, evidence collection, the hiring of qualified experts, settlement negotiations and case litigation in court in Portland are all services you can benefit from if you hire an attorney.
Oregon’s Pedestrian Laws
Portland is one of the worst cities in Oregon for deadly pedestrian accidents. From 2018 to 2022, 40 percent of all traffic deaths in Portland were pedestrians. Contributing to these accidents is a lack of knowledge regarding the city’s pedestrian laws.
One key law for drivers to know is Oregon Revised Statutes § 811.028 (pedestrian rights-of-way). This law requires drivers to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians crossing the road in a crosswalk. This includes unmarked crosswalks at intersections.
Failing to stop for a pedestrian who is lawfully crossing the road could lead to a devastating accident. Driver negligence such as driving under the influence, texting and driving, speeding, and drowsy driving can also contribute to these tragedies.
Your Rights as a Portland Pedestrian Accident Victim
As a pedestrian accident victim in Portland, you have rights. Oregon is a “fault” state, not a “no-fault” state. This means you have the right to hold a driver responsible if he or she is at fault for striking you. You can file a claim with the at-fault driver’s car insurance company to seek financial compensation for your related losses, including medical expenses and lost wages.
Protect your rights by taking the right steps after getting hit by a car in Portland. Immediately go to the nearest hospital for medical care. Report the accident to the police for a police report. If you can, take photos at the accident scene before you leave. Contact the driver’s car insurance company to file a claim as soon as possible. Do not admit fault.
Schedule Your Free Consultation With Our Portland Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
If you’ve recently been hurt in a pedestrian accident in Portland, don’t wait. Contact NW Injury Law Center right away for a free evaluation of your case. We will explain your legal rights and help you move forward with the correct tools, resources and legal representation for maximum case results. Call our Portland office today at (503) 222-7757 to schedule your case review.