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When the other driver lies about a car accident, it can quickly complicate insurance claims and delay your recovery. False statements are more comm... more

After a car accident in Oregon, recovery often involves more than medical care; it also means dealing with insurance companies and detailed paperwo... more

Distracted driving cases today rely on more than witness statements—cell phone data can play a critical role in revealing what really happened befo... more

Speeding turns a semi-truck into a dangerous projectile. Even small increases in speed drastically lengthen stopping distances, reduce reaction tim... more

Proving negligence is the foundation of any wrongful death claim after a fatal car accident. At Johnston Personal Injury Law Firm, we help families... more

Insurance companies often use denial, delay, and lowball tactics to minimize payouts after a fatal truck accident. At Johnston Personal Injury Law ... more

Oregon’s 2025 legislative session brought major labor and employment law changes, with more taking effect in 2026. From wage liability on construct... more

The Oregon Department of Transportation is updating the Transportation Safety Action Plan, a 20-year roadmap aimed at reducing crashes and eliminat... more

Traffic safety remains a major concern in Portland, as highlighted by a tragic scooter and semi-truck collision near the Oregon Convention Center e... more

Can You Sue a Bus Company for a Driver’s Negligence? In many cases, you can sue a bus company if one of its drivers caused your injury through neg... more

Injured by an Amazon, FedEx, or UPS Truck? You May Have a Case Against the Company. When delivery trucks from Amazon, FedEx, or UPS cause accident... more

If you’ve been injured in a bus accident, you may be entitled to far more than an insurance payout, especially if the bus company violated federal ... more

Fatigued delivery truck drivers put everyone on Portland’s roads at risk. When drivers exceed legal hours-of-service limits—whether by choice or co... more

Did you crash your motorcycle while avoiding a reckless driver, without being hit? You may still have a case. At Johnston Personal Injury Law Firm,... more

Accidents involving rental cars often come with more legal complexity than regular car crashes. If you've been injured while driving or involved in... more

If you’ve been injured in a car accident caused by an uninsured driver in Portland, you're not without options. At Johnston Personal Injury Law Fir... more

Injured in a truck accident in a construction zone? You’re not alone and don’t have to face the aftermath alone. At Johnston Personal Injury Law Fi... more

Pre-existing medical conditions can complicate personal injury claims, but they don’t negate your right to compensation. Oregon law follows the “eg... more

Witnesses often see what involved parties can’t—such as reckless driving, traffic violations, or external contributing factors. Their objective tes... more

Social media activity can significantly influence the outcome of a personal injury claim. Posts, photos, or comments—whether made by you or others—... more

Common Misconceptions About Truck Accident Liability Truck accident claims are often more complex than car accident claims due to the involvement ... more

Understanding Passenger Rights After a Car Accident in Oregon In Oregon, passengers injured in car accidents have the legal right to seek compensa... more

Were You Injured as a Passenger in a Car Accident in Oregon? Know Your Rights! Car accidents are tough enough, but when you're the passenger, it c... more

Car accidents are tough enough, but when you're the passenger, it can feel even more overwhelming. You weren’t behind the wheel—so now what? In Ore... more

Were You Injured as a Passenger in a Car Accident in Oregon? Know Your Rights! Car accidents are tough enough, but when you're the passenger, it c... more

🚗 Were You Wrongly Blamed in a Car Accident? Here’s What You Can Do Being involved in a car accident is stressful—but being wrongly blamed for it... more

🚦 Driving in Portland? Stay Safe at These Dangerous Intersections 🚗 Did you know Portland sees between 10,000 to 12,000 car crashes every year? ... more

In Oregon, the statute of limitations can make or break your personal injury or property damage case. At Johnston Law Firm, we want you to understa... more

Who’s Liable in a Bus Accident? Know Your Rights Bus accidents can lead to severe injuries, medical expenses, and emotional distress. Determining ... more

Fighting for Justice in Portland – Your Trusted Personal Injury Lawyer When an accident changes your life, you need a dedicated personal injury la... more

Injured in an Oregon Rideshare Accident? Know Your Rights! With the rise of Uber and Lyft, rideshare accidents have become more common—and navigat... more

🚗 Insurance Companies May Try to Deny Your Car Accident Claim – Know Your Rights! 🚗 After a car accident, you expect your insurance company to a... more

Can Dashcam Footage Help Your Oregon Car Accident Case? Dashcam footage can be crucial in proving fault after a car accident. It captures key deta... more

Were You Partially at Fault for an Accident? You May Still Be Entitled to Compensation! Many accident victims assume they cannot seek compensation... more

After a car accident, dealing with the aftermath can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to determining liability and securing fair compens... more

Rideshare accidents can leave passengers and others wondering who’s liable. In Oregon, determining fault can be complex, with liability potentially... more

Injured in a Portland Transit Bus Accident? Here's What to Do Accidents involving Portland transit buses can be traumatic, leaving victims with se... more

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident with a drunk driver can be life-altering. Insurance companies often try to reduce or deny claims to prot... more

Delivery truck accidents can cause devastating injuries due to their size and weight. If you’ve been in an accident with a delivery vehicle, determ... more

Impaired driving laws in Oregon are evolving to combat DUII-related accidents and fatalities. The 2024 Impaired Driving Strategic Plan (IDSP) outli... more

Portland’s Vision Zero and the Ongoing Battle for Pedestrian Safety Pedestrian and traffic accidents remain a pressing concern in Portland. Despit... more

The recent fatal bicycle accidents in Portland serve as a sobering reminder of the ongoing risks cyclists face on our city streets. Within a span o... more

Distracted driving poses a major threat to road safety in Oregon. From 2017 to 2021, over 26,000 accidents were caused by distracted drivers, resul... more

Truck accidents can be devastating, and determining liability is crucial to recovering compensation for your injuries. At Johnston Personal Injury ... more

Did you know that human error still plays a significant role in self-driving car accidents? Despite advances in autonomous technology, drivers must... more

Have you been sued for a car accident in Oregon? It can be overwhelming, but Johnston Personal Injury Law Firm is here to provide expert legal guid... more

Riding a motorcycle through Oregon's beautiful landscapes is an exhilarating experience, but safety should always come first. Whether you're cruisi... more

Even car accidents without injuries can leave you dealing with significant property damage and emotional distress. In Oregon, you may still be enti... more

Exciting changes could be coming for Oregon motorcyclists! A new bill, SB 422, is making its way through the state legislature, aiming to legalize ... more

Oregon’s Good Samaritan Law, ORS 30.800, offers important protections for those who voluntarily provide emergency medical assistance. While this la... more

Airbags are designed to protect us during accidents, but when they malfunction, the consequences can be severe. Defective airbags, like those invol... more

Oregon’s roads are a haven for cyclists, but accidents involving bicycles and motor vehicles can be devastating. Starting January 1, 2024, Senate B... more

In Oregon, recent changes to the DUII laws could impact your car accident claim. The 2024 expansion of House Bill 2316 broadens the scope of substa... more

With 6,950 courier and local delivery businesses operating in Oregon, delivery trucks are a common sight on our roads. While they provide valuable ... more

With 6,950 courier and local delivery businesses operating in Oregon, delivery trucks are a common sight on our roads. While they provide valuable ... more

Although manufacturers might be far from the accident scene, they can still be held responsible for any defects in their products. Various defects ... more

Improperly secured cargo can shift, spill, obstruct visibility, cause overloading, and lead to jackknife incidents. These hazards stem from neglige... more

If you get into an accident while riding your bicycle, your life can change in an instant. Depending on the severity of accident, your injuries can... more

Severe injuries can result from rear-end collisions, T-bones, rollovers, and even what appear to be small fender benders. Fractures, head, neck, ba... more

In recent years, there have been significant changes in childbirth. Many mothers are opting to go to Portland birthing centers, have home births, h... more

An accident on a bicycle can occur in an instant, but the consequences might last a lifetime. For a cyclist and his or her family, a major bicycle ... more

Industrial accidents in the United States result in more than 1,000 fatalities annually. According to the National Census of Fatal Occupational Inj... more

While riding a motorbike might be fun, there are also significant risks. First, compared to automobiles, trucks, or SUVs, motorbikes are considerab... more

When truck drivers or trucking firms act recklessly or when vehicle parts malfunction, heavy vehicles can become very dangerous on roads and highwa... more

Car accidents can be disastrous and can occur in the blink of an eye. Even though they originally seem to be small, injuries can be catastrophic. A... more

Nobody anticipates the unfortunate accidental death of a loved one. A sudden, unexpected death can be incredibly traumatic for surviving loved ones... more

While riding a motorbike might be fun, there are also significant hazards. First, compared to automobiles, trucks, or SUVs, motorbikes are consider... more

Both patients and members of the health board demand from their doctors a high degree of accuracy and a low rate of inaccuracy. Unfortunately, medi... more

When truck drivers or trucking firms act recklessly or when vehicle parts malfunction, heavy vehicles may become very dangerous on roads and highwa... more

Car Accidents happen in a blink of an eye and most of the time you don’t even see it before it happens. This might just save your life. When the body is relaxed before being hit unexpectedly, it is less likely to sustain extreme injuries. When the... more

Happy 4th of July Weekend! This weekend we celebrate the creation of the greatest nation the world has ever seen! We are grateful to the men and ... more

With so many beautiful sights to see in this beautiful state, there is no better way to see all of those sights than to take a nice bike ride aroun... more

A common question that we get is “What types of injuries classify as a personal injury?” This is a great question, because there are a lot of sit... more

With the Willamette river running through the heart of Portland we have some beautiful river front biking paths! They are beautiful and fun to ride... more

Oregon Live reported that on Thursday, May 5th, a driver under the influence got behind the wheel of a large pickup truck and drove away. He then p... more

Did you know that Oregon is home to over 6,000 manufacturing establishments? Did you know that those establishments created 198,000 jobs? And did y... more

Accidents can happen anywhere, and the resulting injuries can be serious and even debilitating. You may find yourself dealing with the financial im... more

On March 31st, The Register-Guard reported about a large cement truck rolling over on the Delta Highway. No other cars were involved and the driver... more

Salem is the second largest city in the state of Oregon with an estimated population of over 177,500. Located just 47 miles south of Portland makes... more

The Oregon State Government reported that from 2017 to 2020 that the number of registered motorcycles dropped by almost 15,000. But even with the d... more

How To Play It Safe — But Still Have Fun — When Attending Bridge To Brews and Other Beer-Centric Events Here are a few things to keep in mind: 1.... more

Happy St. Patrick’s Day on Thursday! St. Patrick’s day has become an American holiday to celebrate the Irish culture and immigrants that came ove... more

We have all seen the crazy videos of semi-trucks flying out of control because of faulty truck parts, breaks, and more. They are fun to watch, unle... more

Happy spring! As the weather continues to get warmer we are going to see more rain, which means we need to be more careful on the roads so we don’... more

Accidents can happen anytime and anywhere and they can be very debilitating. Most of us think of the physical challenges that come with these acc... more

Car accidents can be very devastating in many ways. Not only does it destroy your mode of transportation, but it also can cause damage to your life... more

Pedestrian Accidents: When should you be careful? When am I considered a pedestrian? Wikipedia defines it by saying “A pedestrian is a person tra... more

Car accidents in Portland are complex events. Multiple factors can combine to make them more likely to happen. The latest reports indicate that win... more

Regardless of how careful employees and employers are, construction sites and industrial settings feature a variety of risky and possibly harmful s... more

We were awarded Best Business of 2022 for Medical Malpractice in Portland, OR! Proud of our team here at the JLF!

Even the safest drivers in Portland may be involved in car accidents. Certain driving habits, on the other hand, enhance the chances of being invol... more

Research linking a single head trauma to the long term potential of developing Alzheimer’s is one more very good reason for injury victims to ensur... more

Rear-end collisions can result in serious and potentially life-threatening personal injuries. Find out more about these crashes and how to prevent... more

Our Portland personal injury attorney can help you calculate the worth of your case and maximize your compensation. Learn more here.

We're proud to support Toys For Tots! Our toy drive contributed over 60 TOYS and over $500 to the charity this year, and we had a lot of fun doing it!

Here, our Portland truck accident attorney discusses why rollover truck accidents happen. Learn more.

Our Portland personal injury attorney discusses possible risks with Portland's plans for a passenger ferry aimed to reduce traffic. Learn more.

Here, our Portland personal injury attorney discusses three tips for staying safe while attending your favorite fall activities. Learn more.

Here, our Portland truck accident attorney discusses why jackknife crashes are one of the most common truck accidents in Portland. Click here to le... more

Pedestrian accidents in Portland are an ongoing problem and put the lives of local residents and visitors at risk. Here, our Portland pedestrian ... more

Here, our Portland truck accident attorney discusses four common types of truck accidents and how they happen. Learn what you can do to fully recov... more

Johnston Law Firm, PC is pleased to announce that Marc A. Johnston has been recognized by his peers for inclusion in the 28th Edition of The Best L... more

Here, our Portland personal injury attorney discusses how the Biden administration took steps to stop "surprise", out-of-network care charges follo... more

Our Portland Truck accident attorney dives into four common problems that make box truck accidents more likely to happen. Learn what these problems... more

A new study shows how lower-income areas tend to be at higher risk for pedestrian accidents. Learn how these areas are at risk and what to do if yo... more

Driving impaired and driving drowsy increases the risk of being seriously injured. If you were hurt in an accident due to another's negligence, our... more

In Portland, speeding motorists have been the leading cause of the highest numbers of collisions resulting in life-threatening personal injuries ov... more

With summer just around the corner, more motorcyclists will hit the roads. Learn some common causes of motorcycle accidents and what to watch out f... more

Car accident fatalities are up 85% in Portland. Find out more about what causes fatal crashes and what family members can do to get justice for lov... more

Find out the real reasons behind pedestrian accidents in Portland. Our pedestrian accident attorney provides key insights on these reasons and how ... more

The Portland Police Bureau warns that distracted driving is one of the largest safety issues on the road. Learn more about how our car accident att... more

It's important to know what services your lawyer will provide you in resolving your personal injury case. We do all we can to succeed in the courtr... more

Pulling Over a Common Factor in Portland Truck Accidents

String of Hit and Run Pedestrian Accidents In Portland Kills One, Leaves Five Others Injured

Where you injured in a car accident? Meet with the Johnston Law Firm today. We can handle your case and help you recover.

Five Common Causes of Head-On Car Accidents In Portland

Slip and Fall Accidents Due to Winter Weather: A Common Cause of Personal Injuries In Portland

To Prevent Pedestrian Accidents In Portland, Take Extra Precautions When Walking at Night

Teen Drivers Increase Risks of Car Accidents in Portland