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LIRR to Test Life-Saving Technology
The MTA Â is working on implementing life-saving technology which controls the speed of trains. They will be testing this technology on the LIRR Port Washington line that runs from Woodside and Bayside. They are going to be doing this testing all throughout the month of April. This move is in anticipation of meeting the federal deadline on December 31 for the launch of Positive Train Control. They are working towards implementing Positive Train Control stems from the many Amtrak derailments that were caused by excessive speed. These Amtrak accidents caused fatalities. The U.S. Senate is pushing for agencies to act and to do more to prevent fatalities in the future. The chief safety officer for the MTA, David Mayer, said in front of members of the U.S. Senate that the agency is making progress on building the PTC technology on the LIRR. The improvements are in reaction to an Amtrak
Pedestrian Was Hit by Truck in Cattaraugus County
Last week, a pedestrian was hit by a pickup truck in Cattaraugus County. The police officers have said that a male was walking east on Route 417 when the accident happened, and he was struck by a vehicle. This accident occurred in Kill Buck, New York. It happened at about 3:30 in the morning. The pedestrian, who has not yet been identified, was flown to ECMC by a Mercy Flight. The driver of the truck wasn’t injured, and it is not clear what condition the pedestrian is in at this time. The reasons for the accident and who was at fault are also still unclear. Authorities are still looking into the accident. If any more details become available, we will let you know and keep you posted. Have you been seriously injured in an accident while you were a pedestrian? Was the accident caused by the vehicle driver? If so,
Do You Need a Car Accident Attorney?
After you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident, you might be asking yourself whether or not you need a car accident attorney. This often depends on what happened and the extent of the injuries you are dealing with. If you haven’t been hurt in the accident, most likely you do not need an attorney. But, if you or anyone you know has been seriously injured in a car accident, a lawyer might be a good option. If the injury was permanent or caused serious time away from work or school, a lawyer could represent you. But, even if your injuries weren’t serious, if the accident was significant, seeking the help of an injury lawyer can be smart. Even if you just discuss the accident and get legal advice, you can have peace of mind and feel more assured with your decision. You should definitely seek help from an
Update: GoFundMe Set Up to Help Family of Fallen Police Officer
This story is another update on the accident that claimed the life of Whitesboro Police Officer Kevin Crossley. Crossley died while in an on-duty crash that occurred in the village of Whitesboro on Wednesday night. A GoFundMe account has been set up to help his family. According to the page, he is survived by his parents, brother, girlfriend, and many friends. Crossley was a 34-year-old lifetime resident of Whitesboro, and he joined their police department in 2011. So far, a total of $6,075 has been raised. The goal is to raise $50,000 for the family. The funeral arrangements for Crossley have not been set yet. Dimbleby Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements, and state officials will meet today to discuss the logistics. Have you lost a loved in a tragic car accident? If the accident was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another, it can be hard
Update: Woman Caused Crash that Led to Death of Police Officer, Kevin Crossley
This update is on a story we posted about earlier this week. Kevin Crossley, 34-years-old, was a village of Whitesboro Police Department Officer who passed away Wednesday in a car accident. State police have said that a 26-year-old woman caused the accident that took the life of the Oneida County police officer. The accident involved her vehicle and the vehicle of Kevin Crossley. At this time, no criminal charges have been filed, and it appears that the crash was a traffic accident. Crossley had worked for the Whitesboro Police department for 7 years, and he has recently started working part-time for the Whitestown Police Department. He was driving his patrol car around 8 at night when he was hit head-on by a Chevy Avalanche. The Chevy was being driven by Nicole Moshier-Harris. Morris-Harris was taken to St. Luke’s Campus and treated for her broken ankle and then released. Have you
Car Crash Statistics New York
Car accidents can be devastating. We never expect them to happen, but they can happen when least expected. If you are in a car accident and it causes you to sustain serious injuries, you might be wondering where you can turn to for help. A personal injury lawyer can help you with your claim if you were seriously injured in a car accident that was not your fault. In New York, there was an annual average of 1,098 deaths and 12,093 hospitalizations because of traffic injuries from the years 2012-2014. These statistics show that car accidents can impact many people each year. On average, there were also over 136,000 emergency department visits each year related to motor vehicle-related injuries. This means that nearly 700 out of 100,000 New Yorkers had to be treated for a traffic injury. Car accidents that cause serious injury can impact a person’s life for years