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Category Archives: Pedestrian Law
Ohio’s New Limits on Pedestrian Rights
As pedestrian accident attorneys in Portland, we’ve fought long and hard to expand the rights and protect the safety of Oregon pedestrians. Recently the state of Ohio has rolled back pedestrian rights by requiring pedestrians to yield at the beginning … Continue reading
STCN Supports Pedestrian Rights with Generous Donation to Oregon Walks
What single activity can improve our health, encourage connections between neighbors and help reduce air pollution in our communities? Walking! As legal representatives of pedestrians since 1981, Swanson, Thomas, Coon & Newton is proud to support Oregon Walks, the inspiring … Continue reading
Crosswalk Safety Bill Makes Crossing the Street Safer for Pedestrians
Making crossing the street safer for pedestrians has been a priority for pedestrian and bicycle attorney Ray Thomas, the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition and other local activists. Their efforts bore fruit this week when Gov. John Kitzhaber signed the Crosswalk Safety … Continue reading
Bicycle Law Clinic Helps Keep Bend Cyclists Informed
At a recent bicycle law clinic, bicycle and pedestrian rights advocate Ray Thomas spread the word to a group of Bend residents about understanding their legal rights and responsibilities when sharing the road with vehicles. The clinic was featured on … Continue reading
Oregon’s ‘Vulnerable User’ Law Makes News Across Country
Several years ago, bicycle and pedestrian rights attorney Ray Thomas worked with other Oregon activists to pioneer a “vulnerable user” law to protect pedestrians, cyclists and other road users who are not surrounded by the metal shell of a vehicle. … Continue reading
