Speeding tickets and other moving violations are common for busy New York motorists. Traffic laws are designed as safety measures for drivers and pedestrians. You can face severe legal and financial penalties when caught violating these laws.
If you drive a vehicle in New York, it is important...
Vehicles, of course, allow for incredible freedom of movement, but roadways operate on a system whereby drivers are required to follow a shared set of rules, and the roads of Upstate New York are no exception.
Traffic control devices like signs, signals, and markers are designed to provide...
Stop signs are put in place to keep drivers and pedestrians safe. They help prevent accidents at intersections and should always be respected.
Unfortunately, even the safest drivers are often distracted or in a hurry and don’t always come to a complete stop when approaching a stop sign.
With the ever-growing popularity of smartphones and devices, the act of texting while driving has become more of an issue than ever before. With that said, if you’re stopped on the road and receive a texting ticket, know that you’re not alone, and don’t hesitate to seek legal representation. A traffic...
Like most states, New York makes use of a point-based system that assigns a certain number of points to different traffic violations; repeated infractions can ultimately result in a suspended driver’s license, fines, and possible jail time.
Due to a change in New York's traffic laws in November of...
There are two broad categories of New York traffic tickets, moving and non-moving violations. Both of these carry their own legal ramifications that can lead to a number of different punishments. Understanding the difference between them can help you present a compelling defense which can save you money and headaches. The
Multiple traffic infractions or conviction of a serious traffic law violation can result in a suspended driver’s license. Many drivers are unaware that their licenses have been suspended and drive anyway. This risks additional fines and punishments, however, which will delay the process of...
New York law requires motorists to regularly inspect their vehicles. These safety inspections are mandated to help reduce harmful automobile emissions and ensure that vehicles are safe to operate on the state’s roads and highways. Although it is easy to overlook this obligation, failure to abide by it could spell serious penalties....
One of the many perks of living in upstate or central New York is proximity to Canada. Within a few short hours, you could find yourself touring the Notre-Dame Basilica, strolling through the Montreal Botanical Garden, or watching a Canadiens game at Bell Centre.
Unfortunately, driving in Canada can...
In the state of New York, drivers are required by law to stop and report any incident that causes injury to an animal. The regulation was put into place to protect the safety and well-being of both pets and wild creatures and subsequently hold drivers who harm them accountable.
