World Water Day is approaching. March 22nd is a day that aims to acknowledge the importance of water, conservation, and ensuring access to clean water sources for the future. Water has both figuratively and literally shaped the state of Illinois; the Chicago area is popular for its lakes and waterways. While conservation will be at […]
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Can I Sue the Government If a Chicago Employee Caused My Accident?
Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S., with more than two and half million people calling the city home and over 50 million visitors each year. It also employs more than 33,000 people who may cause a motor vehicle accident while on duty. If you are involved in an accident with a Chicago […]
Worker Appreciation and Injury Compensation
By the time we reach adulthood, most of us tend to spend more time at work than we do anywhere else. With so much time dedicated to making the boss look good, validation can be the deciding factor in keeping employees happy with their current workplace. When an accident leaves you unable to continue working, […]
Four Common Burn Injuries from Chicago Traffic Accidents
Traffic accidents in Chicago are an unfortunate part of life and sometimes injuries happen. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, there were 313,316 crashes in 2015 with 91,675 injuries, including a variety of burn injuries. Whether your burn is mild or severe, always consult with a doctor for treatment and a Chicago traffic accident […]
February is American Heart Month
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Sadly, heart disease causes 1 out of 4 American deaths each year. The good news? Simple changes prevent these tragedies. It all starts with taking care of your health. What is Heart Disease? Heart disease describes a wide variety […]
CTE: Continuing the Discussion
With Super Bowl 52 around the corner, concussion awareness is in the spotlight. A recent study, conducted by Dr. Ann McKee, examined 111 brains of former NFL football players and all but one had CTE. That is a rate of 99.1%. In addition to the 111 NFL brains that were studied, there were 91 other brains […]
Benefits of Bike-Friendly Suburbs in Chicago
Although the city of Chicago was picked the most bike-friendly city in 2016, the suburbs have made progress too. Bicycling in the suburbs is both a challenge and a pleasure. More suburbs are creating biking infrastructure including Aurora; Chicago Heights; Evanston; and Bensenville. Richton Park is adding a protected bike lane. Some of the top […]
Cruise Control Safety Tips in Chicago
Long drives can be really difficult. Your leg cramps from holding your foot in the same position or your favorite song comes on and distracts you. The office of Lerner and Rowe would like to offer you these Chicago cruise control safety tips. Chicago cruise control safety tips The use of a cruise control system […]
Tips for Driving Safely Through Chicago Fog
Many movies have portrayed the horrors of fog and the monsters that like to creep around during this spooky weather. Here at the office of Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys, we know it can be scary, but we have some tips to drive easier through Chicago fog. Driving when the Chicago fog rolls in becomes […]
Commonplace Chicago Workplace Injuries
Workplace injuries happen all too often. Even the most careful workers injure themselves at work. Sometimes the injuries are minor and need nothing more than a band-aid. Sometimes, however, you may need medical treatment for your severe injury. Some jobs, like working in an office, might not be the first thing you think of for […]