The Rizk Law team recently came together to help clean up our community. Richard and Jill Rizk actively participate in city improvement programs such as “Transportation Ambassadors” for the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The opportunity allows us to extend our reach into the community further and keep more Portlanders safe! Our team gathered at Pride…
While enjoying a day at the pool or beach, accidents and injuries are probably not at the forefront of our minds. Yet, we must always be prepared for the worst. Drownings are a leading cause of death for children one to 14. What’s even more troubling is that more than three children die every day…
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is upon us. From barbecues with family to swimming with friends, people across Oregon are sure to be celebrating. However, the holiday is not without its risks. Fireworks and pool accidents pose severe injury risks to everyone. Additionally, many people may spend the day on the waters boating through…
In Oregon, laws surrounding drug use and possession have changed considerably in recent months. Always the trendsetter, Oregon was the first state to decriminalize marijuana in 1973, imposing a fine of $100 for possessing up to one ounce. In February, the state once again turned heads when it became the first to officially decriminalize the…
Devin M. Kurtz (18) was involved in a car crash that resulted in the deaths of three teens and the injury of two others on Memorial Day. Wednesday, June 2, 2021, marked his first court appearance. Deputy sheriffs responded to the accident at about 9 p.m. on Monday (May 31) near the Milo McIver State…
In 2014 Oregon Governor Kate Brown declared Friday, June 18, 2021, “Paralegal Day”. Kudos to Governor Brown for recognizing paralegals as the invisible, unsung heroes of legal offices. Smart lawyers realize that the right paralegal efficiently works behind the scenes, so lawyer look good, and clients smile more often. Paralegals are like glue—easy to overlook,…
In early June, a semi-truck rolled over onto its side, crashing on top of another vehicle. The accident occurred on a northbound stretch of Interstate 5. Fortunately, there were no deaths from the crash. However, the parties involved did sustain severe injuries. Truck accidents can be violent and catastrophic because of a truck’s size. Understanding…
Portland’s newest bridge recently opened—but not for vehicles. Flanders Crossing, which connects two halves of Northwest Flanders Street over Interstate 405, is available to cyclists, joggers, and pedestrians. The new pedestrian bridge is part of a more significant expansion of a neighborhood greenway that will connect the West Hills to the Willamette River. While Flanders…
There are many reasons why you should call the police after a collision involving one or more vehicles. The most important reason is to get first responders to the scene to assist those in need of medical assistance. However, a police report also provides valuable information if you need to file a claim. Rizk Law…
When pursuing a civil claim for a personal injury, compensation may be awarded through a settlement or a jury-awarded verdict. While you may have heard these terms before, you may not know the advantages and disadvantages of each method of resolving a claim. Rizk Law explains more about the differences between settlements and verdicts in…