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 […]
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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 […]
The Dangers of Texting and Walking in Las Vegas
Glance down any busy street in Las Vegas and you will see hundreds of pedestrians. Many of those people will likely have their heads down, totally focused on the smartphone in their hand, texting away, oblivious to their surroundings. Not only does this create slow walkers, it creates dangers to everyone around. Pedestrian accidents continue to […]
The Dangers of Walking and Texting in Chicago
There has been much written and studied regarding texting, driving and even distracted walking. There is no debate when it comes to discussing how deadly the behavior can be. States have enacted laws prohibiting drivers from texting while they are behind the wheel. However, not only has the country experienced a consistent increase in the […]
When Can You Break into a Car to Save a Child in Las Vegas?
Last month, a three-year-old boy died after left in a vehicle in Las Vegas. This same tragedy happened ten other times across the country in July, with young victims, ranging in ages from seven weeks to three years old, accidentally being left in hot vehicles and dying of heat stroke. There are approximately 37 children who […]
Las Vegas Rush Hour Safety Tips
Driving safety advocates recommend that when we get behind the wheel of a vehicle, we always drive defensively. It is especially important to remember that when driving in rush hour traffic. Not only do commuters deal with typical Monday through Friday rush hour traffic, but tourist-filled streets on the weekend. So, what kind of rush […]