Spring Break Driving on Oregon Roads
Spring break for Oregon schools means more people on the roads traveling for vacations, skiing, or trips to the beach. It isn’t just families out on the road; there are a number of youthful drivers out on day trips with their friends, shopping, or returning home late at night after parties. Traffic will be heavier
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Safety Reminder
Each year before St. Patrick’s Day, Oregon law enforcement urges everyone going out to celebrate to designate a sober driver before going, get home safely after the celebration, and don’t take the chance of being pulled over for drunk driving. “Unfortunately, one of the most widely celebrated days of the year all too often shares
Common Mistakes to Avoid After Being Injured
Too often victims are denied financial compensation because of mistakes made before they hire a lawyer. Here are some common mistakes to avoid: Waiting too long before contacting an attorney. The passage of time works against you after damages and injuries occur. Witnesses will forget crucial details and frequently important documents are lost or destroyed.
Thanksgiving Travel
Oregon State Police (OSP) offers travel tips in order to make the Holiday Weekend safe. Getting Ready for the Trip Plan ahead to give yourself plenty of extra time to get to your destination Stay informed about weather conditions, potential traffic hazards, and highway closures. Check road conditions by visiting http://www.TripCheck.com or calling 5-1-1. Make
Drinking and Driving Don’t Mix—Be Safe During the Fourth of July Holiday
The Fourth of July weekend is the deadliest time of the year on Oregon roads. Oregon State Police, Oregon State Sheriff’s Association, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police, and Oregon Department of Transportation offer the following safety reminders for holiday travel: Get rested before you are tested. Fatigued drivers are more frequent during holiday weekends
What is LASIK Surgery?
LASIK, a form of refractive surgery that has been around since the mid-90s, stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis, which means using a laser underneath a corneal flap (in situ) to reshape the cornea. While statistically, LASIK is a safe procedure, sometimes there are adverse consequences. Since the end of 1999, I have represented over one
Use of Fog and Auxiliary Lights on Vehicles
With increasing numbers of vehicles on the road with fog or auxiliary lights, state transportation safety officials are reminding people to use vehicle lighting correctly and safely. Fog lights are designed to be used at low speeds in fog, heavy mist, snow, and other situations where visibility is significantly reduced. Front fog lights are generally
Motorcycle Lane Usage
In 2010, The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) proposed a new law for motorcycles that altered legal lane usage on the roads in Oregon. The law would allow a motorcyclist to “share” the lane with a vehicle and pass the vehicle within the lane. This maneuver is also allowed in California and is a common
Be Aware of Pedestrians
A Marion county resident was struck and killed in the early morning hours while searching for his family dog. He was wearing dark clothing and couldn’t be seen by the motorist until it was too late to avoid the collision. This collision brought the total of Oregon pedestrian deaths perilously close to the record number
Over The River and Through the Woods – Safe Travel Suggestions
During the holiday season, many Oregon families will be driving long distances over busy, wet, and slippery highways to celebrate with loved ones. According to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Oregon State Police (OSP) during the holiday season more motorists are involved in motor vehicle collisions resulting in injury and death than
Preventable Healthcare Mistakes Result in 180,000 Annual Medicare Deaths
The Office of Inspector General for the Department of Health and Human Services released a study stating that one out of every seven Medicare patients is harmed as a result of medical care received while hospitalized. Of these patients, 180,000 die from these mistakes. Most of the mistakes were preventable according to the study. This