Arizona wildfire season is here in full force and this year is projected to be one of the harshest wildfire seasons in decades. Wildfires in Arizona typically start happening in June and can occur for the next five months. However, a variety of environmental conditions has caused the season to start earlier and could make […]
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Tips for Flood Driving Safety in Chicago
Inclement weather can put a damper on anyone’s commute. Unfortunately, bad driving conditions can sneak up seemingly out of nowhere and increase your chances of a car accident. As summertime approaches and temperatures begin to rise, rain showers tend to be more prevalent and heavy rains can lead to a Chicago flash flood, which is […]
3 Safety Tips for Merrillville Motorcyclists
In 2019, there were nearly 2,700 motorcycle accidents in Indiana. And although motorcycles make up less than 10% of all the registered vehicles in the state, motorcyclists account for more than 14% of all traffic fatalities in the region. Needless to say, cars and large trucks have significant safety advantages over riding a motorcycle. Still, […]
Nevada Flash Flood Safety Tips
Nevada is not known for having a lot of rain, and most roads in Nevada have not taken rainfall into consideration. That’s why a sudden heavy downpour can lead to flooding. Flash floods can be devastating on the roadway and lead to a lot of accidents. As little as two feet of water can sweep […]
Yuma Summer Car Accident Causes
Temperatures in Yuma are already hitting triple digits. The hotter weather is a sign that summer is approaching, and with it comes an increase in traffic. Unfortunately, the increased traffic also increases the chances of a Yuma summer car accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more fatal car accidents occur in […]
How to Avoid Las Vegas Summer Car Accidents
Summertime is a season of cookouts, pool lounging, and vacations–everything we dream of when it’s cold outside! Even though it’s just May, Las Vegas has already had several triple-digit temperature days. The personal injury lawyers at Lerner and Rowe would like to remind you that Las Vegas summer accidents spike along with the temperature. From […]
Tennessee Flash Flood Car Safety Tips
May through August are typically the wettest months in Tennessee. With the “wet season” just starting, it’s a good time to review your Tennessee flash flood safety practices so that you and the drivers in your family can avoid a weather-related car accident. Many people underestimate the power of nature and are surprised by the […]
Prevent Youth Car Accidents Through Education
May is national Youth Traffic Safety month. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “almost 2,400 teens in the United States aged 13–19 were killed, and about 258,000 were treated in emergency departments” because of car accidents in 2019. Many youth car accidents are highly avoidable. By educating the young drivers you […]
Tucson Motorcycle Awareness Month: Be Rider Aware
The motorcycle accident lawyers at Lerner and Rowe explain how motorists can help bikers stay safe during Tucson Motorcycle Awareness Month.
5 Bike Safety Tips for Seattle Cyclists
More and more people in Seattle are opting for bicycles as a form of transportation due to rising fuel and transportation costs. According to the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), the number of Seattle residents bicycling to work increased by 22% between 2006 and 2017. As the number of cyclists increases, so does the number […]