As a native Portlander, this is so terrible...growing up around bikes in the roads was part of my upbringing, and as I learned to drive in Portland I learned to be aware of bikes around me at all times, especially in the scenario described in the "accident."

After coming home from Munich, Germany where I spent the last year, I realized how lucky (or smart?) they are to have literally bike SIDEWALKS. Half of the sidewalk is painted bright red and specifically designated as ONLY for bikes.

I hope something good can come out of this poor young woman's life. I wish you guys didn't have to ride for her.