Eugene Auto Accident Injury Attorneys

No one gets into their car in the morning expecting an accident, but according to the most recent data from ODOT, nearly 47,000 vehicle crashes occurred statewide in 2023. Of these, 39,000 resulted in injury, with almost half classified as moderate or serious. Sadly, 529 traffic-related deaths were reported.

In Eugene alone, 1,474 car accidents took place, involving 24 pedestrians and 36 bicyclists. This led to 1,150 total injuries, 692 of which were moderate to serious, and tragically, 11 fatalities.

Our closest neighbor, Springfield, saw 665 car crashes, with 15 pedestrians and 11 bicyclists involved. These accidents resulted in 597 injuries, more than half of which were moderate to serious, and sadly 1 person lost their life.

The most common reason for truck and auto accidents is “driver error,” and, unfortunately, the same “errors” show up year after year:

• Failure to avoid stopped or parked vehicle ahead (rear-ending)
• Failure to yield right-of-way to other vehicles, bicycles, motorcycles, or pedestrians
• Driving too fast (36% of fatal crashes in Eugene, from 2022-2024)
• Distracted driving; eating, talking on a cell phone, or texting while driving
• Improper lane changes
• Driver fatigue
• DUII – driving under the influence of intoxicants (70% of the fatal crashes in Eugene, from 2022-2024)

Committed Car Accident Lawyers in Eugene, Oregon

If you are involved in an auto accident caused by someone else’s negligence or irresponsibility, you could face not only significant medical bills but also lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and months — if not years — of pain and suffering. In some cases, the injury may result in permanent disability, with the ongoing costs of medical treatment or lifelong care being overwhelming.

If you’ve been in an automobile accident, time is critical. You should contact a highly skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible, even if the injury doesn’t seem serious at first. You are entitled to compensation for all costs resulting from the accident, as well as for any pain and suffering you and your family may endure as a result.

Since 1971, Our Results Speak for Themselves

For over five decades, Shlesinger & deVilleneuve has secured successful settlements or judgments for 95% of our injured clients. To date, we have recovered over $250 million in settlements and verdicts. Our skilled and knowledgeable legal team is committed to securing the justice and compensation you deserve. We prioritize your best interests and will negotiate a fair and just settlement on your behalf — or fight for you in court if necessary.

Shlesinger & deVilleneuve – Let Us Fight For You!

At Shlesinger & deVilleneuve, we have a deep understanding of personal injury law and are unafraid to stand up to powerful insurance companies to secure the settlement that best serves your interests.

Let us fight for you when you can’t. Call us today or submit an online contact form, for a FREE CONSULTATION, and a member of our legal team will reach out to schedule your appointment with one of our dedicated attorneys.

We prioritize our clients above all else. All of our work is done on a contingency basis — meaning you pay nothing upfront, and we collect no fee unless we win your case. We don’t want you to worry about anything except getting better. Your best interest is our business.