Being pulled over can make even the calmest New York driver nervous, especially if he or she recently had a drink. If a police officer suspects impairment, that driver could face charges for DUI. If those charges result in a conviction, it could end up costing that...
Perhaps an altercation with someone got a bit out of hand. An Amherst resident did not exactly behave as he or she ordinarily would, but thought the matter was put to rest. Then, that person finds him or herself under arrest and facing assault charges.But no physical...
Whether an officer pulled you over on the way home from work or you got a ticket in the mail because of a camera at a traffic light, a ticket can seem like a major inconvenience. In reality, it is much more than just an annoyance you need to address as soon as...
Amherst rental property owners already know that each party to a lease agreement has certain rights. Even so, some landlords may believe that once they initiate eviction proceedings, they are guaranteed to win. The truth is that may not always be the case. Tenants do...
Sometimes, when people are involved in a traffic accident, they panic and respond in a way that may be out of character for them. However, failing to remain at the scene of an accident can have serious consequences. In fact, a woman in New York now faces multiple...
Like everywhere else, police officers here in Amherst are tasked with protecting and serving the public. While it may seem like more of an annoyance, handing out tickets for traffic violations is part of that duty since it helps keep the roads safe. Even so, there are...
When Amherst residents receive a New York driver's license, they may quickly review the points system for the state. Failing to closely scrutinize these rules could end up being a mistake. Drivers who receive traffic tickets for what they consider minor infractions...
The worst way to celebrate any holiday, birthday, anniversary or wedding is with the loss of your freedom--or life.During holidays, such as the Fourth of July, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports more people die in motor vehicle accidents than any other...
Going to college is often the first real taste of freedom that young Amherst residents receive. As a result, they often make mistakes that could interfere with their ability to continue their academic careers. Some of those mistakes result in being charged with a...
Losing someone suddenly and violently can take its toll on anyone. Far too many New York residents face this situation each year, and many of them work in high risk occupations such as law enforcement or firefighting. Losing a colleague under these conditions often...
