Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or just enjoying the outdoors, bicycle travel in Oregon can be an amazing experience. But sharing the road with cars, trucks, and even other cyclists comes with collision risks. Even the safest riders can find themselves in dangerous situations if they’re not aware of common accident scenarios. At Harris Velázquez Gibbens,Read More
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Understanding the OSHA On-Site Inspection Process in Oregon
Safety is the foundation of a productive workplace. When it isn’t in place or the protections are minimal, the outcome can be catastrophic: every year, hundreds of employees in Oregon suffer serious injuries from slips and falls, overexertion, crushing accidents, and other preventable incidents. In extreme cases, these injuries can lead to disability and wrongfulRead More
How Worn Tires Lead to Dangerous Car, Motorcycle, and Bicycle Accidents
When most road users think about vehicle safety, they focus on the brakes, engine, or airbags. While all of these components are mission-critical and need to be kept in good shape, one equally important part tends to go unnoticed: the tires. They’re the only part of your vehicle that touches the road, so their conditionRead More
Why You Should Seek Vocational Rehabilitation in Spinal Cord Injury Recovery
Recovering from a spinal cord injury can be life-changing. In many cases, you not only have to heal physically; you also need to rebuild your quality of life, regain independence, and rediscover purpose. For many accident victims, returning to work or finding a new career trajectory is a key part of this journey, but dealingRead More
Oregon’s Comparative Fault Rule in Car Accidents
Car accidents can happen in an instant. Maybe someone glances at their phone instead of the road ahead. Perhaps a driver takes a corner too fast, or fog rolls in, reducing visibility and making it harder to see traffic signals. These factors, along with speeding, failing to yield, and distracted driving, contribute to countless collisionsRead More
