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.

Wrongful Death Suit Commenced in Nevada Bus Crash
The number of equipment with safety violations in commercial rigs never ceases to amaze me. In the future, I may provide the percentage of tractor-trailers or buses, which fail inspection.