2009 August | New York Accident Lawyer | New York Malpractice Attorney

Seneca Lake Station in Watkins Glen

Yahoo Travel just released a list of the “Best Summer Lake Towns” in the country – and one of the best is practically in our backyard. Watkins Glen, on Seneca Lake, made the No. 2 spot on this national list!

Reasons Watkins Glen made the list:

Wine – The Seneca Lake Wine Trail has more than 36 wineries and Finger Lakes Distilling.
NASCAR racing – Watkins Glen International raceway, of course.
Sailing – Yahoo recommends Seneca Sailing Adventures for a quick cruise.
Farm Sanctuary – one of only two shelters in the U.S. that take in farm animals and an educational center for learning about the ills of factory farming.
Nature – Watkins Glen is right next to the new Catharine Valley Trail and the Finger Lakes National Forest, more than 16,000 acres of unspoiled glades and trails.
And finally – I have to stop somewhere – the hospitality. Watkins Glen has the brand-new Harbor Hotel, the grand Idlwilde Inn and charming bed-and-breakfasts such as Echoes of the Glen.

It sure is sweet to have so much in our area! I think about the great lake towns where so many of my personal injury and medical malpractice clients live. Each town or village has a unique charm, from Penn Yan, Canandaigua, Geneva (Lake Trout Capital of the World), to Hammondsport, Skaneateles, Ithaca and Auburn.

I count myself very fortunate to practice regularly in this beautiful region. And before I forget – lake towns are gorgeous, but I can’t discount the appeal of Elmira (where my offices are), and nearby Corning and Big Flats.

Look around – we are lucky enough to live in one of the prettiest places on the planet!

Thanks for reading,
Jim
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James B. Reed, Esq.
Personal Injury & Malpractice Attorney
Ziff Law Firm, LLP
303 William St., Elmira, NY 14902
Tel. (607) 733-8866 Fax. (607) 732-6062
Toll Free 1-800-943-3529
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WETM-TV has reported that three people were hospitalized following a motorcycle vs. car collision in Odessa.

The news story, “Car vs. Motorcycle Crash Injures Three” explained that an accident happened Wednesday about 9 p.m. at the intersection of State Route 224 and Speedway in the Schuyler County village of Odessa.

The extent of the accident victims’ injuries isn’t reported yet, but it must have been serious – the motorcycle driver and passenger had to be flown by helicopter to Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre. The driver, perhaps not injured as seriously, was taken by ambulance to Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls.

Deputies from the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office had to redirect traffic on Wednesday night because of the accident, not an easy job as the nearby village of Watkins Glen gears up for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend.

The accident is under investigation.

Twin Tiers roads draw motorcyclists

I’ve been practicing personal injury and medical malpractice law in the Twin Tiers for more than 20 years. This a beautiful area to enjoy a motorcycle ride – and thousands of people come to the area each summer to do just that. Until we know more, I’m hoping the two motorcycle riders from this accident – most likely injured much more severely that the car driver – are going to be OK in health and finances.

This spring, Ziff Law Firm attorney Adam Gee released his book about insurance coverage for motorcycle drivers – there is a lot that insurance agents will avoid telling customers in order to keep a wider profit margin. “Would You Ride Your Motorcycle Naked?” explains that that’s the equivalent of what most riders do – without the proper insurance coverage, they are “exposed” to liability. New York and Pennsylvania accident victims can contact us for a free copy of the book.

Adam also covered the 10 most important safety tips for motorcyclists here on the NY Injury Law Blog. It’s valuable advice for anyone who owns a motorcycle.

I know I’ll be checking WETM frequently to look for updates on this accident. I’m hoping for a good outcome for everyone involved, but that’s a rare ending to a serious accident. I also want to know what caused the crash – with so many on the roads for these big event weekends, people need to the least details that can prevent something like this from happening to anyone else.

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