Pedestrian Accident

A walker hurt near Nob Hill still has an Oregon injury claim. Drivers generally must stop and remain stopped for a pedestrian in the locations section 811.028 names. Pedestrians have duties of their own under section 814.040, and section 811.005 keeps a due-care duty on both sides. Comparative fault under section 31.600 can reduce an award or cut it off.

A pedestrian struck by an insured private passenger vehicle is among the people section 742.520 covers for PIP. Open that claim, request the Portland report by calling 503-823-3333, and calendar the two-year period in section 12.110. Our pedestrian and bicycle guide explains the Vehicle Code duties in more detail.