The Law Office of Craig M. Bondy

11/18/2016

Losing a may seem like the end of the world, but, truth be told, these types of situations happen almost every day. If this has happened to you there are several steps you can take to alleviate the situation.

It’s every driver’s worst nightmare: An individual is running late for work, so they drive just a tad over the speed limit. No big deal, right? Wrong. Suddenly, those all-familiar red and blue flashing lights can be seen from the rear view mirror and a blaring siren pierces the air. This driver gets...

08/22/2016

While most are aware that while driving may constitute a fine, some do not realize that an individual may be ticketed for using a or GPS smartphone app if it is not used properly. Failing to follow the rules of use can result in expensive , points against a license, and higher insurance premiums, not to mention the danger it can pose to the driver and other on the road.

To read more about this topic in our latest blog, click here: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/distracted-driving/can-i-get-ticketed-for-using-a-gps-while-driving/

An individual may be ticketed for using a GPS or GPS smartphone app if it is not used properly.

07/11/2016

Location tags, puppy filters, and virtual flower headbands — it seems like everyone who’s anyone is on these days. Boasting over 100 million daily active users, the popular mobile messaging system is used to send photos, videos, text messages and drawings. However, in recent months, the app has received backlash stemming from a number of victims who have cited a driver’s use of SnapChat as a factor in a crash.

Click here to read more: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/types-of-tickets/cell-phone-use/using-snapchat-while-driving-may-cost-you/

Aside from the harm drivers pose using SnapChat behind the wheel, New York has severe consequences for those who violate its distracted driving laws.

06/02/2016

Should prosecuting come at the cost of a driver’s privacy? New York’s lawmakers have recently proposed implementing , a technology that could determine whether a driver had used his or her phone in violation of the state’s traffic laws. Some have called into question whether this technology impedes on a driver’s right to privacy.

Read more on this topic in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/types-of-tickets/new-york-proposes-cell-phone-traffic-bill-at-the-expense-of-drivers-rights/

NY lawmakers have proposed implementing Textalyzer, a technology that may determine whether a driver had used a cell phone in violation of traffic...

05/27/2016

Currently, it is illegal in New York to talk on a cell phone and drive a . The New York State Assembly is now considering a new bill, , that would allow law enforcement to check and other portable devices after a collision to see if the driver was illegally using them at the time.

To read more about this topic read our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/illegal-cell-phone-use-during-accident/

A proposed bill in New York would allow police officers to check illegal cell phone usage after a collision.

05/18/2016

It has been recently reported that the Port Authority has not required some , who previously passed through E-Z Pass lanes without paying, to submit their money. The uncollected amount is estimated to be $114 million, covering the time span from 2011 to 2016.

Read more about this topic in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/uncategorized/new-york-traffic-tolls-unpaid/

The NY Port Authority has not enforced the payment of $114 million in unpaid tolls.

05/05/2016

Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced that since 2011 there has been an 840 percent increase in the issuance of , from 9,015 to 84,720.

Read more on this topic in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/fighting-a-ticket/texting-and-driving/

Texting and driving is dangerous. New York has been issuing more tickets and improving policies to prevent texting and driving.

04/20/2016

Recently, the announced stricter enforcement of laws regarding illegal and in . The NYPD’s Chief of Patrol stated that in just a two week time period, 65 dirt bikes, ATVs, and motorcycles have been seized and drivers have been ticketed for moving violations.

Read more about this issue in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/new-york-citys-police-commissioner-sends-a-strong-message-to-dirt-bike-and-atv-owners/

Recently, the New York Police Department announced stricter enforcement of laws regarding illegal dirt bikes and ATVs in New York City. The NYPD’s...

04/04/2016

Recently, the NYS Department of Transportation ( ) rerouted trucks using Grand and Flushing Ave. in Maspeth to alleviate the increasing overall congestion coming off of the . After instituting the bypass, the DOT removed Grand and Flushing Ave. from the truck route network, and also posted signs to advise to use the bypass. It has been recently reported that not all trucks are using the bypass as they are supposed to, and so the DOT will be implementing three time-driven solutions.

Read more on this topic in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/dot-announces-plan-to-remedy-queens-tractor-trailer-bypass-noncompliance/

After the New York Department of Transportation (DOT) created a bypass for trucks using Maspeth Avenue, Maurice Avenue, and 58th Street in Queens...

03/16/2016

Drivers must be careful when driving in New York City . With expanding its program, more and more drivers will be fined through the mail without any interaction with a traffic police officer. The cameras are in fixed locations and may be capturing violators an hour before to an hour after the school day, and if there are any school activities in the evening or the weekend, the cameras can operate 30 minutes before and after such activity.

Read more about this topic in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/drivers-must-be-vigilant-in-nyc-school-zones/

With New York City expanding its speed camera program, more and more drivers will be fined through the mail without any interaction with a traffic police officer. The cameras are in fixed locations and may be capturing violators an hour before to an hour after the school day, and if there are any s…

03/02/2016

In some cities in , such as Buffalo, are now issuing an average of three tickets per stop. Comparing the last half of 2014 with the same period in 2015, the number of issued has increased by 50 percent. There are concerns not only about the surge of and fines, but also about the consequences of receiving multiple tickets in a given period of time.

Read more about this issue in our latest blog: http://www.traffichearinglawyer.com/blog/traffic-laws/local-municipalities-see-higher-revenues-through-issuance-of-more-traffic-tickets/

01/25/2016

As of 2015, there are 150 intersections which have unmarked red light cameras in New York City. Many have called into question whether drivers should be informed of the location the cameras and whether or not they are effective in improving traffic safety. To continue reading, click here: http://goo.gl/b9N9mA

New York traffic attorney Craig M. Bondy discusses the effectiveness of New York City's unmarked red-light cameras.