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How Long Does A NY Traffic Ticket Stay On My Driving Record?

In this post, we will discuss how long accidents, traffic ticket convictions, and  suspensions and revocations remain on a driver record. A traffic ticket conviction or an accident normally remains on a driver record during the year that the conviction or the accident occurred, … Continue reading

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Google Glass Should Be Illegal

Google Glass is a computer in the form of eyeglasses.  It contains a lens that displays information in a smartphone-like format, and can interact with the Internet via voice commands.  The technology looks great and likely will spawn a new industry of wearable clothing … Continue reading

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How To Avoid Traffic (Illegally)

Absolutely no one likes sitting in backed-up traffic.  It’s the bane for any driver.  Some drivers respond by engaging in various illegal ways to avoid snarls.  Each of these maneuvers carry 2 DMV points, roughly a $150 fine and, most … Continue reading

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The Worst Text & Driving Incident EVER!

It is beyond dispute that texting and driving is very dangerous. Indeed, there is compelling evidence that it is even more dangerous than drinking and driving.  Further, texting and driving is illegal in New York and many other states. It … Continue reading

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Speeding In A Work Area Speed Zone

Speeding in a work zone is more dangerous than speeding on a regular stretch of a highway.  Workers on the side of the road are particularly vulnerable to fatal or serious accidents.  In fact, sadly, we’ve had too many tragedies … Continue reading

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Traffic Tickets (Temporarily) Reduce Accidents?!?

According the June 2012 issue of Lancet, the receipt of a traffic ticket reduces a driver’s chance of being involved in a fatal accident by 35 percent.  Within three to four months, however, the “drive more cautiously” effect of the … Continue reading

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Woman Cleared Of Negligence For Text Messaging Driving Boyfriend

As a follow-up to last week’s post entitled “Can You Be Liable For Sending A Text Message To Someone Driving?“, the judge in this New Jersey case recently answered the question in the negative.  Judge David Rand ruled last week in … Continue reading

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Can You Be Liable For Sending A Text Message To Someone Driving?

In New Jersey, a couple who were both severely injured when a distracted driver struck their motorcycle.  Kyle Best, the driver, was allegedly using his elbows to steer so he could respond to a friend’s text. The couple is suing not … Continue reading

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Driving Through Deer Crossing Areas

Accidents with deer can lead to very serious injuries or death.  Below are some tips to avoid colliding with a deer. Be especially carefully during the months of October, November and December.  Deer are most active during these months because … Continue reading

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Truck Crossover Mirrors To Be Required

A new law requiring trucks to have crossover mirrors installed is picking up steam.  These special mirrors allow truck drivers to see people who immediately in front of their vehicle. A few weeks ago a young boy was tragically killed … Continue reading

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