Toyota will begin recalling some 2009-2110 Corolla and Matrix models and 2008-2009 Scion xD models.
- August 27
- Blog
As reported in the Buffalo News, Toyota will begin recalling some 2009-2110 Corolla and Matrix models and 2008-2009 Scion xD models. Toyota will begin sending recall notices to consumers beginning in early September. The vehicles are being recalled due to possible brake malfunction. For more information, please see: The Buffalo New... CONTINUE READING
True Heros
- August 25
- Blog
Buffalo firefighters hung drapes of mourning outside two firehouses on Jefferson Avenue and Main Street on Monday, out of respect for Lt. Charles W. "Chip" McCarthy Jr. and Firefighter Jonathan S. Croom. As reported in the Buffalo News "But the black and dark blue bunting was only one of the signs that fellow firefighters were just beginning to come to terms with their loss. Eyes were rimmed red... CONTINUE READING
UB Law 2011
- August 25
- Blog
Welcome UB Law class of 2011! You all have worked incredibly hard to get to where you are and we are proud and excited for you choosing UB Law. All the attorneys at our firm graduated from UB Law and we would be more than happy to have any of you come visit us in downtown Buffalo. I mean... CONTINUE READING
RASH OF RECENT TEXTING RELATED CRASHES PROMPTS LEGISLATION
- August 24
- Blog
The Buffalo News reported today that the Town of Amherst last Monday became the first Erie County municipality to pass a law that would prohibit drivers from composing, reading or sending a text message while behind the wheel. Violators face a $150 fine for each offense. It also reported that the Cattaraugus County Legislature passed a similar law in June. Niagara County and Erie County legislatur... CONTINUE READING
TWO BUFFALO FIREFIGHTERS PERISH IN THE LINE OF DUTY
- August 24
- Blog
Two Buffalo firefighters died today fighting an early morning blaze on Genessee Street near Wende Street in Buffalo, New York. We have had many firefighter friends and clients over the years and every one is a dedicated professional willing to put his or her life on the line to serve our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and friend during this difficult time.... CONTINUE READING
Clarence firefighters honored for heroic flight 3407 response
- August 19
- Blog
As reported in the Buffalo News August 19,2009 " Members of the Clarence Center Fire Department were honored today at the opening ceremony of the 137th annual New York State Firemen's Association annual convention." A special citation was awarded to the firefighters for their heroic response to the Feb. 12 crash of Flight 3407. The annual convention is in the City of Niagara Falls for more than... CONTINUE READING
Hudson plane-helicopter crash- preventable fatal tragedies continue
- August 14
- Blog
According to the New York Times "Roughly 15 years ago, the federal agency that investigates air disasters(NTSA) made a plea for more data on the air-tour industry, to improve safety for helicopter, airplane, balloon and airship flights around the nation. Six years later, it asked again." Preventable fatal tragedies continue. "Deborah A. P. Hersman, the safety board chairwoman, in an interview Thu... CONTINUE READING
AIR TRAFFIC IN A TUNNEL
- August 10
- Blog
In a New York Times article "Steven J. Korotky, a flight instructor, called the uncontrolled Hudson River air traffic corridor a “tunnel,” and a tight one at that.Kenneth Jacobsen, who has flown privately chartered helicopters in New York since 1982, said that while he considered aviation safe in the congested skies above the river, there could be a dozen or so aircraft to contend with at peak... CONTINUE READING
Pinnacle President admits Flight 3407 pilot should not have been flying
- August 8
- Blog
A recent Buffalo News article reported that the President of Pinnalce Airlines admitted that the pilot in this crash should not have flown. The pilot of that plane, Capt. Marvin Renslow, had failed three federal "check rides" before Colgan hired him. The article reported that Colgan never double-checked with federal officials to see whether Renslow's application -- which listed only one failed che... CONTINUE READING
TEXTING WHILE DRIVING BILL SPONSORED
- August 3
- Blog
The New York Times reported July 30, 2009 that Charles E. Schumer, along with three other Senators are sponsoring a bill to curb texting while driving. The legislature in New York recently passed such a measure and sent it to the governor for a signature. Currently texting while driving is banned only in 14 states. Studie... CONTINUE READING
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