A female cyclists tragically lost her life in a bicycle-related accident in early August 2016. According to witness statements and other evidence collected at the scene, the cyclist was traveling at 30 to 35 mph northbound on Mount Scott Boulevard when she made a westbound turn at the interchange at 112th Avenue. The driver of … Read More
Argument Between Southeast Portland Neighbors Results in Wrongful Death Claim
Neighborly disputes are not uncommon, but what is uncommon is for them to turn fatal. Unfortunately for one Southeast Portland man, voicing his concern regarding a speeding neighbor ultimately ended his life. A few days before his death, Dean Anthony Kuntz visited the Landis residence and spoke to the wife about her husband’s speeding in … Read More
Bicyclist Sues City of Portland for Spine Injury
A bicyclist who suffered a spine injury in a 2013 road accident has recently filed a lawsuit against the City of Portland, the Oregon Department of Transportation and TriMet. The plaintiff, a 59-year old man, was riding home from work when a pickup driver struck him and drove off without stopping. The lawsuit does not … Read More
Man Sues Portland Club for Brain Injury
A man who was injured after a night out at a strip club is suing the club for damages arising from brain injury. The plaintiff went to the strip club together with three other business associates on the night of the incident. However, the night ended badly with the plaintiff and a female companion suffering … Read More
Brain Injury Sustained in Portland Cement-Paver Assault
A man accused of striking a pedestrian in the head with a cement paver, knocking him unconscious, was indicted April 3, 2015. The attacker was arraigned on charges of first-degree robbery, second-degree robbery, first-degree assault, and second-degree assault. The victim suffered severe head injuries, including damage to his brain. According to law enforcement officials, the … Read More
Portland Fire Department Official with Multiple DUI Accident History
One of Portland’s Fire captains has been arrested three times for drunk driving. The most recent DUI accident resulted in injuries for 2 motorists who were on their way home when the Fire Captain crossed the center line and drove them off the road, nearly hitting them head-on. The crash caused extensive damage to the … Read More