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.

New York State Thruway car carrier fire
The New York State Thruway I 90 was re opened Thursday after a car-carrier went up in flames near the Pembroke exit.
As a New York truck accident attorney I’ve handled car carrier cases and truck accidents in the Pembroke area.