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The Apple Watch – A New Way to Get a 5 Point Traffic Ticket

By |2015-04-09T14:31:51+00:00April 9th, 2015|General News|

The much anticipated Apple Watch is a few weeks from making its debut in the United States.  With the new device, people will be able to do a host of new things, including pay for a meal with a wave of the wrist, unlocking car doors without a key, tracking workouts and heartrate.  Probably the [...]

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End Distracted Driving

By |2015-03-31T14:32:51+00:00March 31st, 2015|General News|

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) every two minutes a person is injured in a drunk driving crash.  This amounts to roughly 2000 people a day, or about 263,000 people a year.  http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/812013.pdf. While an incredibly high statistic, the injuries from drunk driving pale in comparison to those injured from distracted driving incidents. According [...]

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Digital Kidnapping-What You Should Know

By |2015-03-10T14:34:34+00:00March 10th, 2015|General News|

It is not uncommon these days for a proud parent to snap a photo of their child and upload it to a social media site to share with friends and family.  However, recently, a new and bizarre trend has developed on the internet called “Digital Kidnapping” that may have you thinking twice about how you [...]

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Car Crash Deaths are Declining

By |2015-01-30T14:35:24+00:00January 30th, 2015|Automobile Accidents, General News|

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the chances of dying in a car crash in a late model vehicle have fallen over a third in the last three years. According to the Institute, this is owed in huge part to new designs, safety technology, and on-board computers in vehicles. While the trend for consumers in recent years [...]

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A dog bit me…who is responsible?

By |2015-01-29T14:36:35+00:00January 29th, 2015|Dog Bite/Attack, General News|

Recently in College Springs Iowa, a 7 year old boy was viciously attacked by two dogs. Unfortunately, this story is not an isolated incident. It’s not surprising to hear that children may be the most at risk population to suffer serious dog bite injuries. http://m.timesunion.com/local/article/Schenectady-dog-bite-victim-recovering-5615447.php In recent months at LaMarche Safranko Law, we have become involved [...]

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Northeast Winter Driving Safety Tips

By |2015-01-23T14:37:36+00:00January 23rd, 2015|General News|

Please be mindful that driving in the winter in the northeast can be especially hazardous because of precipitation and cold weather. To avoid unnecessary risks, drivers should be mindful of the following: – Gentle on the gas pedal. Always accelerate and decelerate slowly when driving on snow and icy roads. Pressing gently on the gas [...]

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Marc Pallozzi wins appeal at the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division

By |2015-01-15T14:38:50+00:00January 15th, 2015|General News, Verdicts & Settlements|

Congratulations to Marc Pallozzi on successfully drafting and arguing an appeal before the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Department. The Court unanimously held that a Town cannot deny liability for a person who trips and falls on improperly maintained areas adjacent to a roadway.  This successful appeal will allow our client the [...]

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New Year’s Resolution-Don’t Drink and Drive

By |2014-12-30T14:39:46+00:00December 30th, 2014|General News|

Tomorrow is New Year’s Eve, and that means celebrations, food, drink, and parties.  This year, we want your first New Year’s resolution to be finding a sober ride home. Each year, new statistics emerge about the harsh realities of drunk driving during the holiday season. This year is no different.  The U.S. Department of Transportation reports [...]

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Driving in Capital District on Thanksgiving Eve

By |2014-11-26T14:41:48+00:00November 26th, 2014|Automobile Accidents, General News|

Last year, we wrote a blog noting that Thanksgiving Eve is the #1 drinking night of the year.  Inevitably, this makes Thanksgiving Eve one of the deadliest days of the year in terms of car accidents. From last year to this year, this has not changed.  Thanksgiving Eve is still an extremely popular reunion night and still [...]

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Best Law Firms

By |2014-11-03T14:42:57+00:00November 3rd, 2014|General News|

We are happy to announce LaMarche Safranko Law PLLC has been included in The U.S. News – Best Lawyers®“Best Law Firms” for the 2nd year in a row… ABOUT BEST LAWYERS Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected attorney ranking service in the world. For more than 30 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the attorneys best qualified [...]

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