Marked and Unmarked Crosswalks in Oregon: Our Take on ORS 801.220
On January 4th, 2019—less than a week ago—a pedestrian here in Portland was killed by a motor vehicle while crossing the street at the intersection…
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Right of Way in the Crosswalk: Legislative Solutions to Making the Cars Stop Without Entering the Killing Zone
by Ray Thomas, Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Attorney I. INTRODUCTION Why did the man on the curb with the dog glare angrily at the approaching…
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Bike Lanes Continue Through Intersections For Sure With New Legislative Proposal
When a person riding a bicycle gets right hooked in an intersection, the Oregon Vehicle Code contains a section that protects the cyclist’s right to…
Read More Cynthia Newton and Chris Thomas Present E-Bike and Scooter Law to Local Attorney Group
On Friday, October 26th, Cynthia Newton and Chris Thomas presented a seminar on Oregon electric bicycle and scooter law to a group of fellow trial…
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Ray and Chris Thomas Join Ruckus Composites for Podcast on Bicycle Law
Ruckus Composites is a Portland-based company that specializes in repair of carbon fiber bicycles. Ruckus’ Shawn Small and Dan Steinle frequently record podcasts on topics…
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E-Bikes and E-Scooters on the Springwater, Esplanade and Other Portland Parks
The recent prevalence of e-bikes on Portland streets, and the even more recent influx of e-scooters, has increased the public’s curiosity about state and local…
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