Category: Driving Safety
Winter Driving in Oregon, Are You Prepared?
The winter season poses a unique array of challenges for drivers. Blanketed in snow and ice, roads transform into hazardous pathways that demand heightened awareness and careful handling. At DuBois Law Group, we recognize the critical importance of being well-prepared for winter driving. This blog post is meticulously crafted to provide you with essential tips… read more
Profound Insights on Icy Road Safety in Portland
In the scenic backdrop of Portland, Oregon, the winter season often unfolds a mesmerizing blend of beauty juxtaposed with harshness. While the snow-clad landscapes may appear dreamy, the icy roads underneath can be a hotspot for car accidents, demanding an undivided attention to safety. Driving on these glacial pathways poses challenges even for seasoned drivers…. read more
Event Data Recorders (EDR) Help Determine Liability
Did you know that you probably have your own personal private detective riding along with you every time you get into your car? In addition, should you find yourself in a collision that wasn’t your fault, that same little private detective could very well be used to prove your case, in case the other driver… read more
Does My Accident Affect My Homeowner’s Insurance?
Let’s say you had a bad year on the roads which meant you had to file an insurance claim or two. Maybe your teenage son, driving under your policy, made a bad left-hand turn and sideswiped a parked car, or you skidded on an unseen patch of ice and ran into the back of a… read more
Concluding Thoughts
We appreciate that you have taken the time to read this book. You are going through a very difficult time in your life, and we know that you have a lot going on. We very much hope you have found this book helpful, as our primary goal was to help educate you about Oregon wrongful… read more
Liability Insurance and Policy Limits
Every driver in Oregon is required to have liability insurance. Liability insurance is meant to protect you if you are legally responsible for an automobile accident. It is also a possible source of compensation in a Portland wrongful death case resulting from a car crash because the deceased person’s family can bring a claim against… read more
Staying Safe in a Flooded Portland
With the excessive amounts of rain and wind hitting the Portland Metro area, injuries and accidents are more likely to occur. Streets are flooded, landslides are happening and trees are falling on homes and streets. Driving on flooded roads is very dangerous. A small car can be moved by just eight inches of rushing water…. read more
Roads May Be Icy for Thanksgiving Travel
Heading into the Thanksgiving weekend, the temperatures will drop to freezing during the early mornings and late evenings. Holiday commuters are warned to watch for icy roads early Thursday morning. Temperatures through Saturday could dip as low as 20 degrees with rain and freezing fog possible. Patches of black ice will likely form on roads… read more
Rainy and Windy Driving Safety Tips
With so many rainy days in the forecast, it is important to remind drivers about safety tips in these conditions. Since these are some of the first heavy rainstorms of the season, sometimes the rain pulls motor oil, grease, and dirt from where it has accumulated on the road. This makes the road slick, not just wet…. read more
Celebrate National Teen Driver Safety Week
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is recognizing this week in October, National Teen Driver Safety Week. NHTSA would like to remind parents of teen drivers to discuss these various safety topics that are among some of the most risky behaviors of teen drivers. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of deaths for those… read more