Portland Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Experienced representation for Oregon pedestrians and families
Whether you’re walking to see neighbors, run errands, attend Portland’s vibrant musical performances, or get to work; you have the right to expect that any drivers near you will drive safely. At Philbrook Law, we hold drivers accountable when they drive through intersections improperly, fail to yield, or fail to stop before entering crosswalks. Our Portland pedestrian accident lawyers represent walkers who are injured or families when drivers negligently take the life of a loved one. Call us now if you or a loved one was in a pedestrian accident in Portland.
How can we help?
- How dangerous are pedestrian accidents in Portland, OR?
- What types of pedestrian accident claims do you handle?
- What are the common causes of pedestrian accidents?
- Who is responsible for pedestrian accidents in Portland, OR?
- What types of injuries do injured pedestrians suffer?
- What is the value of my Portland pedestrian accident claim?
- Do you have a Portland pedestrian accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are pedestrian accidents in Portland?
According to the city of Portland, Oregon, about 5.7% of people in Portland walk to work, yet “40% of all traffic-related deaths from 2018 - 2022 were pedestrians.” The rate of pedestrian deaths is twice as high in East Portland compared to the rest of Portland. The City of Portland cites data from the Oregon Department of Transportation that shows that:
- More than 70% of all pedestrian crashes happen at intersections including 44% at intersections with traffic signals.
- “20% of pedestrian crashes result from left-turning drivers failing to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk at signalized intersections.”
- “25% of all pedestrian crashes occur mid-block, due in part to long distances between marked crossings.”
- Nearly half of all pedestrian accidents occur in poorly lit areas
What types of pedestrian accident claims do you handle?
At Philbrook Law, we hold drivers accountable when they cause pedestrian accidents at intersections, in neighborhoods, in parking lots, and anywhere cars and pedestrians both have the right to be.
What are the common causes of pedestrian accidents?
Our Portland pedestrian accident lawyers work with investigators, the police, traffic reconstruction experts, and other professionals to help show how pedestrian accidents happen. We formally question everyone with knowledge about the accident including neighbors who may have video of the accident.
Some of the reasons pedestrian accidents happen in Portland include:
- Failing to yield the right of way to a pedestrian.
- Not stopping before entering an intersection.
- Not looking for pedestrians when driving through an intersection.
- Failing to use their horn to warn pedestrians.
- Driving while distracted. We hold drivers accountable when they cause a pedestrian accident by texting, talking on a smartphone, eating, drinking, or not focusing on traffic.
- Driving while intoxicated. Drunk driving is illegal. It is a danger to everyone on the road including walkers.
- Drivers who drive over the speed limit or too fast for conditions need more time and distance to stop their cars or trucks.
- Failing to signal before turning or signaling and then not turning – both of which can confuse a pedestrian.
- Not looking for children while driving through neighborhoods.
- Backing out from a driveway without looking.
- Failing to obey school crossing signs.
Pedestrians should be careful, too. They can be struck if they listen to music while walking or use electronic devices instead of looking both ways before crossing a street. Pedestrians should try to cross at intersections and not in the middle of the road.
Who is responsible for pedestrian accidents in Portland, OR?
The responsible people and businesses for a Portland pedestrian accident include:
- A driver
- An employer of the driver
- An owner of the vehicle if the driver is not the owner
- A trucking company
- A seller of alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated or a minor when served – and their intoxication caused the accident
- A manufacturer of a defective car part such as defective brakes
At Philbrook Law, we may also file a personal injury or wrongful death claim against the city of Portland, the Oregon Department of Transportation, or other entities if they failed to properly design the roads or intersections where the pedestrian accident occurred. These entities may also be responsible for failing to properly maintain the roads. They may also be liable for failing to have functioning traffic signals or other pedestrian safety features.
What types of injuries do injured pedestrians suffer?
When a car or any other vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the pedestrian will be lucky to survive. We represent families when a family member is killed by a driver. Our personal injury lawyers also represent pedestrians who suffer any type of injury including:
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What is the value of my Portland pedestrian accident claim?
We demand full compensation for your injuries. Full compensation means that you should be placed in as close as possible to a position as if the accident happened. Full compensation includes all your current and future:
- Medical bills. These expenses include emergency transport, ER care, hospitalizations, surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, other types of rehabilitative therapy, psychological counseling, medications, assistive technology, and assistive devices.
- Lost income and benefits. This amount includes your lost wage and business income for as long as you can’t work.
- Pain and suffering. You’re entitled to compensation from the liable defendants for all your aches, pains, agony, worries, fears, anxiety, and depression.
- Other damages. This amount includes any other financial damages, the loss of function of any body part, the inability to enjoy life’s pleasures, and the loss of consortium.
In some cases, such as when a drunk driver causes a pedestrian accident, we seek punitive damages.
If a loved one is killed by a driver, we demand compensation for the funeral and burial costs, the loss of income (including an inheritance) the decedent would have provided, and the loss of personal support (including love, comfort, guidance, and education).
Do you have a Portland pedestrian accident lawyer near me?
Philbrook Law meets pedestrian accident victims and families at 107 SE Washington St., Suite 520, in Portland, Oregon. If you can’t come to our office due to your injuries, we’ll arrange to see you at your home or a healthcare facility. Our lawyers also speak with clients by phone and through video discussions.
We’ll answer all your questions and guide you through each step of the pedestrian accident claims process.
Strong advocacy for injured pedestrians in Oregon for nearly 20 years
Pedestrian accidents are devastating. Many accidents are fatal. Many survivors live with catastrophic, permanent, and chronic injuries. At Philbrook Law, we fight aggressively to hold the driver and any other responsible parties liable for your injuries or the death of your loved one. We work with life planners if you have a catastrophic injury. We work with financial experts who can place a value on wrongful death claims – though we understand no award can ever replace your loved one. We’ve helped several thousand personal injury victims obtain strong recoveries.
To schedule a free consultation at our Portland office or one of our Washington state offices, please call or use our contact form to schedule a free consultation at our Portland, OR office or one of our Washington state offices. These claims are handled on a contingency fee basis.