New York legislature passed a watered down bill on texting. Basically one can’t be stopped and ticketed for it unless there is another reason for a stop, such as speeding, reckless lane change, etc. Look at the story/video in the New York Times which discusses the law in England, where texting drivers can be jailed in extreme circumstances, such as causing death of others on the road. Texting by car and truck drivers causes thousands of wrecks and needless deaths annually.
Premises Liability: What Are Your Rights Under New York Law?
July 13, 2026
If you were injured on someone else’s property, you may be wondering whether you have legal rights under New York law. And if you do have pertinent rights, should you act upon them? Many people assume that if they slipped and fell in a store, tripped on a broken
