Marchese Injury Law: Newsletter
Injury Lawyer = Winter Snow?
To ensure that you arrive at your destination safely, consider following these winter driving safety tips: “Know before you go” by checking road conditions before you travel. You can do this by checking the weather and traffic reports on the radio, TV and Internet, specifically looking at local radar and local forecasts, while also […]
FEDERAL BAN PROPOSED: NO CELL PHONES OR TEXTING
An article appeared on cnn.com today largely as follows: Washington (CNN) — Federal accident investigators Tuesday called for a nationwide ban on the use of cell phones and text messaging devices while driving. A recent study by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) shows that half of young people text while driving. The recommendation is […]
2011 Texting Law In Effect
A law setting minimum $100 fines for texting while driving is among the scores of new laws taking effect on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, which marks 90 days after the close of the 2011 regular legislative session. After a vague 2-year-old “distracted driving” law failed to do its job, lawmakers aimed directly at texting behind […]
Texting While Driving Ban Becomes Law
The laws against distracted driving in Maine were initially passed in 2009. However, traffic infractions and auto accidents continue to lead to injuries and deaths. The campaign against distracted driving has led to the passage of a new law by Maine’s legislature in June, 2011. This law becomes effective 90 days from the adjournment of […]
Maine Drunk Driving Lawyer
July 4th should be a time of year for patriotism, fireworks, parades and reflection on what it means to be American. Independence Day ought not to be a time of year where you or loved ones have to seek counsel with a Maine injury lawyer. Unfortunately, the July 4th weekend is becoming notorious for being […]
New Research: October is Most-Dangerous Month on the Road
Portland Attorney Works to Raise Accident Awareness Portland, MAINE (Sept. 30, 2009) – A recent University of Michigan study has found that the fatality rate per mile driven is highest among U.S. motorists in October, a heavy travel month in Maine as foliage and Columbus Day Weekend lure people onto the roads. The findings, published […]
