After a year-long delay, new Arizona electronic prescription laws went into effect throughout the state on January 1, 2020. All prescribers in Arizona are now mandated to prescribe all schedule II drugs electronically, marking the end of written and printed prescriptions for opioids, stimulants, and other medications with a high potential for abuse.
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New Oregon Stop as Yield Law
As of January 1, 2020, Oregon will have a new stop as yield law for bicycle riders. The new stop as yield law allows bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, a practice commonly known as an “Idaho stop.” The Idaho stop has been legal in its eponymous state since 1982. In Oregon, Senate […]
New Tennessee Law Will Require Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances
New Tennessee electronic prescription laws, effective in 2021, will mandate that doctors issue electronic prescriptions for all Schedule II-IV drugs.
2020 Nevada Driving Laws: What You Should Know
Heads up, Las Vegas motorists. There are new changes to 2020 Nevada driving laws. Find out what you need to know to stay safe on the road.
New Illinois Marijuana Laws and DUIs
New Illinois marijuana laws allow for recreational use of cannabis in 2020 and beyond. While proponents of the new law cite medical and lifestyle benefits to citizens, as well as tax revenue for the state, the increased use of marijuana has the potential to cause an increase in driving under the influence (DUI) accidents. While […]
2019 Community Outreach Report
2019 was another amazing year filled with positive impact! Thanks to the generosity and support of our clients, team members, and community partners, we were able to give over $1.25 million total back to local neighborhood organizations in nine states. Our team is extremely grateful for the many opportunities to assist those in need over […]
Northwest Indiana Winter Driving Tips
Winter in northwest Indiana means rain, sleet, snow, and other unforeseen weather conditions. These weather extremes can result in car accidents, injuries, and wrongful deaths in the worst case scenarios. That is why our Merrillville personal injury team wants to help prepare you for potential inclement weather changes during this time of year before you […]
JUUL Epidemic Culminates in Multiple Lawsuits
In recent months, harsh censure has been brewing against the e-cigarette company JUUL Labs. Whether one thinks of their questionable marketing tactics or their alleged surreptitious behaviors, the word “JUUL” doesn’t exactly bring a pleasant image to mind—and for good reason. The company is dealing with attacks on multiple fronts, from trying to appease the […]
NEWS: Lerner and Rowe Attorney Edward Earle Named 2020 Southwest Rising Star by Super Lawyers
Edward Earle named among 2.5 percent of attorneys in the Southwest region as a 2020 Rising Star by Super Lawyers.
Adaptive Headlights: The Future of Car Safety Technology
Technology is advancing each day, and with greater technology comes new gadgets and devices to assist and entertain us. New mobile phones, video games, and computer technology come out all the time. On a more practical note, new vehicle technology to make driving safer than ever before is also in development. One such development is […]