When a train hits a vehicle in Chicago, the result is often deadly. The majority of collisions are caused by to drivers trying to get around railroad crossing barriers, vehicles stalling or becoming stuck or drivers stopping on the tracks. Rail safety officials admit that even with widespread efforts to improve safety at rail crossings, […]
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Steps to Take to Not Ruin a Car Accident Claim in Bullhead City
Accidents happen and if you’re in an automobile accident, you could be injured. If that happens, you are going to have to deal with your own insurance company and possibly the other driver’s company. Dealing with insurance companies can be nerve-wracking. Simple mistakes could ruin your insurance claim and leave you with a pile of […]
Las Vegas Trail Traffic: Preventing Bike-Pedestrian Accidents
Las Vegas is a great city for biking – the sunny, moderate weather lets bikers ride all year. The city is expanding their bike lanes and paths to accommodate more riders. With Las Vegas’ population of half a million and growing, bikers and walkers have to learn to co-exist with each other as well as […]
The Impact of Marijuana Legalization on Car Accidents in Chicago
While Illinois has not joined the recreational marijuana legalization bandwagon that Nevada and Colorado leads, medical marijuana is legal. In 2016, the governor reduced the punishment significantly for possessing a small amount of pot. This could lead to more individuals obtaining marijuana or using it. One impact of the reduction in punishment could be a […]
The Impact of Marijuana Legalization on Car Accidents In Nevada
Since November 2016, both recreational and medical marijuana are legal in Nevada for individuals 21 and older. In the fix six months of legalization, dispensaries have sold upwards of $195 million in product. Safe to say, this industry isn’t slowing anytime soon. However, it presents a new slew of issues, the main one being Las Vegas […]
Kevin Rowe Named Top Valley Lawyer for 2017 by North Valley Magazine
Kevin Rowe was recently named one of seven Top Valley Lawyers 2017 in Phoenix by North Valley Magazine. Kevin received this honor in recognition of his commitment to assist clients during challenging times and for helping them get the most compensation possible to cover pain, suffering and other damages after an accident. He also received […]
Chicago: Vehicle Defects and Safety Recalls
Federal regulations in the U.S. protect people from defective manufacturing, design or performance of cars to avoid accidents. Despite this, defective vehicles injure and kill thousands of people every year, and recalls are only applied once many people have already been injured or killed in accidents — there were 30,000 deaths in 2009. According to […]
Las Vegas: Vehicle Defects and Safety Recalls
There are strict federal regulations in the U.S. aimed to protect consumers from the defective vehicle manufacturing, design or performance to avoid accidents. Despite this, defective vehicles injure and kill thousands every year — 30,000 deaths were reported in 2009. According to the DoT’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), who governs vehicle safety, recalls have been issued for […]
Everyday Causes of Car Accidents in Yuma
No one wants to get into a car accident. Unfortunately, no matter how carefully you drive, you are always vulnerable to the negligent actions of others. That is why our Yuma attorneys want to help you understand the most common causes of car accidents so that you can avoid them when possible. Distracted Driving Distracted driving […]
What Are Common Bus-related Child Pedestrian Accidents & Injuries in Tucson?
Millions of children ride school buses to and from school each day and parents rely on these buses to transport their children safely. Unfortunately, bus-related accidents occur. The greatest risk to your child, however, isn’t riding the bus, but boarding and debarking one. Tucson bus accident attorneys remind you to teach your child school bus […]