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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: Wise Safety Tips from a Smart Motorcycle Cop!

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There are no police officers on motorcycles in the Twin Tiers region of New York and Pennsylvania where I live and ride.  Not in Elmira, Corning, Horseheads or Bath; none in Owego, Binghamton or Ithaca, either.  Its the same thing … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: June 20 is Ride to Work Day!

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Mark June 20th on your calendar as a big day for bikers – it’s the 20th Annual Ride to Work Day. “Riding on this day showcases the positive value of motorcycles and scooters for transportation,” says event organizer Andy Goldfine. … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: Feds Pass New, Tougher Helmet Rules

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Tougher motorcycle helmet labeling requirements are on the way – but not until 2013. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published the final new rule for helmets sold in the U.S. You can read the new rule here. … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: Make Your Motorcycle Helmet Last Longer

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Whether you’ve invested in a new motorcycle helmet or you’re trying to get one more year out of your old favorite, the key to a longer life is proper care and storage. Here are some tips to remember when it … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: Make sure your new helmet fits properly!

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So the sun is out and the open road beckons, but you take a quick look at your favorite old helmet as you prepare to ride – and find it has seen better days.  Maybe it is scratched from that … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: When it comes to helmets, what’s your style?

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Whether you’re a new rider or a grizzled vet, choosing a new helmet can be a challenging task.  There are so many choices on the market today – everything from fiberglass skid lids to kevlar modulars.  Having all those color, … Continue reading

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NY and PA Motorcycle Lawyer: Is Your Motorcycle Helmet Ready To Ride?

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Spring is in the air, and to motorcyclists in New York and Pennsylvania, that means one thing – After another LONG winter it’s finally time to put the shovels away and get ready to ride! Most bikers give their bikes … Continue reading

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Drunk Driver Who Severely Injured Elmira Motorcyclist Gets 1-3 Years In State Prison.

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Eleven months ago Mike Frawley was just like you and me.  He was a biker out for a ride; sharing the road, obeying the traffic laws, enjoying freedom on two wheels.  Little did he know his life was about to … Continue reading

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NY Motorcycle Lawyer: Be Careful On Your Spring Rides!

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Spring is officially here!  Here in Elmira, NY where I live and practice, it is 67 degrees and sunny!  After days of thinking about it, I decided to get the bike out and go for a ride!  It felt great … Continue reading

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In Pennsylvania, Cell Phone Using Drivers Could Face Punitive Damages

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We see them every day – its seems like the driver of every 3rd car on the road is distracted.  Some are talking on their cell phones, some are texting.  Some are checking their e-mail or surfing the web.  Some … Continue reading

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