Motorcycles are a popular pastime and a way of transportation in New Mexico. The long, desert roads, dry weather, and stunning scenery make the Land of Enchantment a top destination for bikers. All riders should be aware of the risks of motorcycle riding and the most common types of accidents. Knowing what motorcycle riders might […]
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How Do Spinal Cord Injuries Occur in Chicago?
How do spinal cord injuries occur in Chicago? Spinal cord injuries can happen as a result of almost any motor vehicle accident, slip and fall accident, bike accident, or pedestrian accident. In fact, spinal cord damage occurs quite often on Illinois roads and walkways. When they occur, victims of such injuries seek out financial compensation. […]
How Common Is a Pedestrian Hit and Run in Tucson?
How common is a pedestrian hit and run in Tucson? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Arizona is the sixth most dangerous state for pedestrian deaths, with 2.99 pedestrian fatalities per 100,000 people. The only other states more dangerous for pedestrians include Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, South Carolina, and New Mexico. In 2020, Pima […]
Lerner and Rowe Named Honoree of PBJ’s 2022 Philanthropic Company of the Year Award
The Phoenix Business Journal (PBJ) recognizes the law offices of Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys as a 2022 Philanthropic Company of the Year honoree. During an in-person event to be held in October, the law firm and other generous, community minded, and innovative Valley businesses will be awarded for their commitment to give back to […]
Who Is at Fault in a Nevada Pedestrian Accident?
Many assume drivers are always responsible in a Nevada pedestrian accident. This is because of the belief that pedestrians always have the right-of-way. However, this is not the case. At Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys, our team explains how fault is determined in a pedestrian accident and the steps an injury victim can take to […]
Who is at Fault in a Las Vegas Crosswalk Accident?
Millions of tourists visit Southern Nevada every year. As such, Las Vegas crosswalk accidents are a common occurrence. In 2020, there were 79 pedestrians killed in Nevada, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Unsurprisingly, the majority of Las Vegas pedestrian accidents happen along the Strip near hotels and casinos. Many […]
World Rabies Day: Safety Tips From a Dog Bite Injury Lawyer
World Rabies Day takes place on September 28. Health organizations and animal advocacy groups use the event to raise awareness of rabies safety issues. Many people are unaware of how serious rabies can be. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 59,000 people die every year because of rabies. This […]
Does Arizona Have Split Lane Laws?
Nobody wants to be in a traffic jam, but motorcycle riders may “split lanes” to avoid them, unlike automobile drivers. Since Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed a splint lane law into effect earlier in 2022, many Arizona drivers, both of cars and motorcycles, still have questions and concerns about this law and how it applies […]
Crash Detection: iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 Can Tell if You’ve Been in a Car Crash
Apple has unveiled a potentially life-saving feature in several of its Fall 2022 products. The feature is called crash detection. It will be available in the Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. As the name suggests, crash detection uses sensors in the phone or […]
What Does No-Fault State Mean?
Every state chooses how it will deal with vehicle accident claims and is either a fault or no-fault state. Most states operate under a system known as tort liability, also referred to as “fault states.” The remaining states either utilize both systems simultaneously or are no-fault states. If you’re in an accident in another state, […]