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.
Stop Reckless Bus Operation NOW
August 15, 2011
As a past Chair of the Interstate Trucking Litigation Group of the American Association for Justice, I am familiar with safety regulations that apply to trucks and buses.