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 legislatures are expected to vote on similar proposed laws in the coming weeks.

Fire Gel Recall Expands
As a products liability attorney in Western New York and the Buffalo area, I am concerned when products reach store shelves with the potential to cause serious injury to its users. The Consumer Products Safety Commission and nine manufacturers of portable gel fuels this week expanded the voluntary