Truck Accident Attorney Portland

At Dawson and Dawson, we represent people in Oregon and the greater Portland area that have been injured in truck accidents.  We understand the trauma and difficulty that can result from semi-truck accidents.  If you call, a knowledgeable Oregon truck accident can inform you of your rights.

Road trips are an excellent way to fully experience this beautiful country, but road weary travelers need to watch out for big rigs.  While drivers of large commercial vehicles have a great responsibility to avoid accidents, it’s not reasonable to solely rely on the abilities of those drivers.  When sharing the road, all parties should maintain a defensive posture.  Never attempt to assume or predict the behavior of big rig.  The size of the vehicles, the demands on the drivers, the varying road and weather conditions all combine to create endless variables to alter predictable driving behavior.  The risks of an accident with a commercial truck are just too great to not drive defensively.

Currently there are over 10,000,000 trucks on the road, some weighing upwards of 80,000 lbs.  The regulations covering the drivers are relatively lax and drivers spend as much as 80 hours a week on the road.  During the last three years, there have been over 15,000 trucking accident related deaths and between 300,000-400,000 injured.

While road trips are the perfect way to spend time with family and experience the vast landscapes of the country, safety must be paramount.  If you have been injured in a truck crash, make sure to contact an experienced trucking accident lawyer.