The New York Times reported July 30, 2009 that Charles E. Schumer, along with three other Senators are sponsoring a bill to curb texting while driving. The legislature in New York recently passed such a measure and sent it to the governor for a signature. Currently texting while driving is banned only in 14 states. Studies have shown that it is at least as dangerous as drinking and driving. The federal bill would exert pressure on States by withholding federal highway funds if they do not outlaw texting and emailing while driving.
The Hidden Impact of Brain Injury in Children
April 1, 2026
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in children are far more common—and far more frequently overlooked—than most people realize. As attorneys who represent injured children and their families, we see firsthand how often these injuries go undiagnosed for months or even years.
