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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Law Firm Simulator Shows Teens Consequences of Driving Distracted
Lerner and Rowe Debuts Simulator to Show Las Vegas Kids and Adults How Distracted Driving Can Cause Accidents and Injuries Our Lerner and Rowe outreach team invested Sunday evening in the lives of the Calvary Chapel Lone Mountain Youth Group. We set up the Lerner and Rowe Distracted Driving simulator giving each of thirty plus […]
Who’s Liable After a Tesla Smart Summon Accident?
Tesla Smart Summon was originally released on September 26, 2019 as part of the company’s software version 10.0 update. It added a novel feature to thousands of Model S, Model X, and Model 3 cars with the Full Self-Driving or Enhanced Autopilot packages. In 2021, Tesla introduced software update 2021.4.18.10 to fix minor bugs with […]
Differences Between Punitive and Compensatory Damages in Personal Injury Cases
Accidents do happen even when we take all precautions to try to prevent them. When injuries do occur, the main purpose of filing a personal injury case is to prove negligence of the defendant(s). This system works toward ensuring that the injured victim receives compensation for his or her injuries and losses under compensatory damages. However, […]
Don’t Fall for It: The Myths and Facts about Slip and Fall Accidents
There is plenty of misinformation about slip and fall accidents. In fact, some people even go as far as making light of these injuries. The truth is slip and fall injuries are as serious as it gets. If you are harmed as a result of a slip and fall, contact our accident and personal injury […]