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.

How to Handle a Car Accident Out of State
Living in Western New York, out-of-state destinations are never that far away. Within a few hours of driving along the lakes, you can reach Cleveland, Erie, or Toronto.

