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.

Admissibility Of Certain Doctor Testimony Still Uncertain In New York
As an injury attorney in Buffalo and Western New York that has been to many trials, the admissibility of the testimony plaintiff’s treating doctors often is an issue.