Author Archives: Matthew Weiss

About Matthew Weiss

Matthew J. Weiss, Esq. graduated Hofstra Law School in 1984. He was Law Review and won the law school's prestigious Procedure Award. Upon graduation, he became one of the first Hofstra Law School graduates to work at the New York State Court of Appeals (New York State's highest court) working on various appellate matters. Mr. Weiss then worked for two years at Rivkin, Radler, Bayh, Hart & Kremer, a 200-plus attorney law firm, representing various clients, such as municipalities, insurance companies and large corporations, in various litigation matters. He also continued to do substantial appellate work. In 1991, Mr. Weiss co-founded his private law practice eventually buying out his former partner in 2000. Through the years, Weiss & Associates, PC has successfully resolved 1,000s of traffic tickets and trucking tickets for its clients by way of dismissal or plea bargain. Mr. Weiss has written many articles on vehicle and traffic law, and lectures other lawyers on this subject. His blog "Confessions Of A Traffic Lawyer" regularly discussions various vehicle and traffic law issues.

The Dangers Of Impatient Driving

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

Anyone who drives regularly sees impatient drivers.  Common examples are those who tailgate (and even honk and flash their brights) to “push” someone forward or out of their way.  Or those drivers who fly by you on the left so … Continue reading →

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Crossover Mirror Law Enacted

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

I reported last May in a posted entitled “Truck Crossover Mirrors To Be Required” that a cross over mirror law was “picking up steam” and now, as of January 13, 2012, it is the law in New York.  All trucks … Continue reading →

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New York Move Over Law Amended

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

Effective Jan. 1, 2012, New York’s “move over” law — which already governs police cars and ambulances — will require motorists to move over (or at the very least slow down) when approaching tow trucks, snow plows and other vehicles … Continue reading →

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Does A Speeding Ticket Affect My Auto Insurance Rates?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

As a New York traffic ticket lawyer, I am often asked “Will a conviction to a New York speeding ticket affect my insurance rates?”  This question is often asked because insurance rates are one of the primary reasons why someone … Continue reading →

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MEN WANTED for hazardous journey, small wages, …

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

This ad was placed in an English newspaper circa 1919 by explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton for one of his South Pole expeditions. Undaunted, roughly 500 adventuresome souls responded. Why was this ad effective?  One might argue that it worked because … Continue reading →

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Forced (Lender Placed) Insurance Can Gouge Homeowners

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

Many homeowners are paying excessive insurance premiums and do not even realize it. Homeowners carry insurance to provide financial protection in the event their home suffers damage from a fire, hurricane or other casualty.  Banks or other corporations holding your … Continue reading →

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Cop Issues Speeding Ticket, Then Stalks Motorist

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

Chicago resident Evangelina Paredes was issued a speeding ticket in Stickney, Illinois and, then, drove away.  Unbeknownst to her, it was love at first sight for issuing police officer Chris Collins.  The smitten cop illegally used Department of Motor Vehicle … Continue reading →

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How Much Does A New York Reckless Driving Ticket Cost?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

A violation of a VTL 1212 reckless driving ticket is a very serious charge with many costs.  Outside New York City, reckless driving tickets are not routinely issued in New York. However, in the 5 boroughs, they are dispensed like … Continue reading →

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Traffic Court Judge Booted Off Bench For Sexting

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Matthew Weiss

Generally, it is a good quality for judges to be open and transparent.  However, Philadelphia traffic court judge Willie Singletary allegedly took this belief a little too far (and low). He was recently relieved of his judicial duties for allegedly … Continue reading →

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Lawyer Gets In Big Trouble After Lying About Speeding Ticket

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Matthew Weiss

Some motorists will go to great lengths to beat a traffic ticket.  However, this story is over-the-top (in a bad way). A Queens lawyer claimed that a New Jersey trooper used an anti-Semitic slur during a traffic stop.  The attorney, … Continue reading →

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