COURT OF APPEALS RULES ON SUM CLAIMS
- June 4
- Blog
In a decision dated June 4, 2009, In the Matter of Allstate Insurance Company v. Rivera, the Court of Appeals handed down a ruling regarding SUM claims. Essentially the Court ruled that insurers under a SUM policy are "able to reduce the coverage limits of the tortfeasor's policy only when payments made under the tortfeasor's policy are to individuals -- such as occupants of the tortfeaso... CONTINUE READING
Border crossing requirements increased today
- June 1
- Blog
As in the Buffalo News "The days of going back and forth to Canada over the Peace Bridge with just a verbal declaration of U. S. citizenship officially ends. Instead, travelers returning home from Canada will be required to present a U.S. passport, passport card, enhanced driver’s license or Trusted Traveler Program card such as NEXUS" Goe are the days of "Anything to declare? "No." " Have a go... CONTINUE READING
The Los Angeles Times on May 28 reports
- May 29
- Blog
The Los Angeles Times on May 28 reports, "A Los Angeles judge blames the design of the Land Rover Discovery SUV in the 2003 accident." of a California man.While T he judge agreed Jaguar Lan... CONTINUE READING
New York Judge Nominated to Supreme Court
- May 27
- Blog
Second Circuit Justice Sonia Sotomayor , called a "trailblazer should be easily affirmed as our next Supreme Court Justice. The New York Times reports that Sotomayor "brings to the confirmation experience the kind of rich personal... CONTINUE READING
Support Transplant Patients-Elephant run
- May 6
- Blog
If you can, try to attend the Elephant Run this Sunday morning, Mother's Day May 10th in memory of Marcena Lozano. Marcena was a courageous transplant patient who passed. In her memory her parents, Lori and Kevin Lozano, established the Elephant Run to help fund scholarships for other transplant patients. Our office is a sponsor of this great caus... CONTINUE READING
Bus Fatalities Cause Safety Review
- May 2
- Blog
As reported in the Washinton Post, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood " ordered a departmental review of commercial bus safety, a response to a string of fatal bus accidents across the country and criticism that the federal government has failed to act." Jackie Gillan, vice president of the Advocate... CONTINUE READING
US BORDER CROSSING REQUIREMENTS
- May 1
- Blog
Currently all US citizens must show proof of identity and proof of US citizenship when entering the US from Canada. However, after JUNE 1, 2009 US citizens will be required to present one of the following documents for entry into the US by land or sea from Canada: US Passport, US Passport Card, or Enhanced Drivers License. Children under the age of 16 will be able to present an Original or copy o... CONTINUE READING
MINI-CAR FATALITIES TWO TO THREE TIMES THAT OF LARGER VEHICLES
- April 20
- Blog
Although lauded for their environmental benefits, The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reported that "mini-cars" do a poor job of protecting their occupants. In fact, research shows that the chance of a fatality in collisions with mid-size vehicles is almost double that of larger vehicles, and that number is tripled in single "m... CONTINUE READING
JOHN FEROLETO AND WIFE NOTED FOR CREATING YOUTH INTERSHIP PROGRAM
- April 16
- Blog
More than half of the students in the Buffalo Public School system do not graduate from high school. Many who do face difficult employment prospects. A front page article in the Buffalo Law Journal cited the Law Intern Program of Buffalo created by John Feroleto and his wife Paula. They plan to connect students from the inner-city with law firms who will provide paid internships. This will create... CONTINUE READING
GM recalls 1.5 million cars due to fire fears
- April 15
- Blog
CNN reports a recall of various GM cars with common 3.8 liter engines due to potential fire hazards.... CONTINUE READING
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