One question many people have about DUIs or DWIs is how the police recognize a drunk driver. For the most part, people who are pulled over are pulled over because of their actions. They may be swerving in and out of traffic or speeding in a residential area. In some...
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Avoid driving while impaired with these tips
The New York State Police have an important role to play in road safety. By pulling over drivers and ticketing or arresting them, they're keeping other drivers safe from reckless or negligent individuals.Mahopac is no stranger to crashes or injuries as a result of...
Don’t let holiday travel make you a statistic
Most highway safety studies show that fatal crashes occur most often during summer holidays, such as Memorial Day and Fourth of July. However, the days between Halloween and the New Year can be just as dangerous for travelers. While you can certainly do your part to...
Not every theft is intentional: Fight back for your protection
Crimes aren't always violent. Sometimes, they're as simple as stealing a T-shirt from a local store. Regardless of the crime committed, there are steps that an attorney has to take to defend the accused. If you steal from another party and get caught, then you'll want...
What are some important estate planning documents?
Estate planning is an important part of growing older. As you age, you collect more assets and become wealthier. As a result, you may have many assets by the time you reach retirement (or sooner).Estate planning helps you decide what you want to do with those assets....
How alcohol affects a motorist’s ability to drive
While most of us are aware that driving while intoxicated (DWI) is dangerous, many of us don't understand how much consuming alcohol can impact our ability to safely maneuver our vehicles out on the road.Those individuals who suffer from alcohol use disorder or who...
Safe driving tips for driving in winter weather
Winter doesn't even begin for another few weeks, yet there have already been record-breaking cold temperatures and snowfall this year. As we prepare for what the season holds, it can be helpful for us to re-educate ourselves on ways to adapt to driving among...
Are you really too young for an estate plan?
A lot of people who do not have estate plans in place will tell you that they just have not gotten around to it yet. They feel like they're too young to worry about it. They plan to take care of it when they get older.This is a big mistake, and it's one of the most...
Anger management issues could lead to criminal charges
Everyone gets angry from time to time. For some, it may take a great deal of frustration and discord in order to become angry, but for others, becoming angry may only take a minor inconvenience. If you find it hard to control your emotions, you may have even found...
New York’s STOP-DWI program has reduced drunk driving crashes
The New York Sate Special Traffic Options for Driving While Intoxicated (STOP-DWI) program was put into effect throughout the state in 1981. It was established to help local and state police agencies better coordinate their efforts to reduce drunk driving crashes...