Back to School and Bullying (Part 1) For some students, "back to school" means returning to an environment where they not only feel unsafe, but where they regularly experience harassment or even physical harm. Every parent should be able to trust that their child is safe at school. If your child is being bullied, at [...]
Did You Know Labor Day is One of the Top 10 Drinking Holidays? Holidays like Labor Day are often celebrated with family and friends. These holidays also provide an opportunity for heavy drinking, making them a dangerous time to be on the road. As one of the top 10 drinking holidays, if you plan to [...]
Back to School Safety Tips Are you mentally prepared for the upcoming change in traffic patterns as kids go back to school? Not every driver will properly adjust their habits to increase safety in school zones, but YOU can. Schooltime means increased road congestion as parents and school buses transport students. It also means children and teens walking, driving, [...]
Important Back to School Dates It's almost time for back to school, which means: School buses Increased pedestrian traffic Increased vehicle traffic Active reduced speed zones New teen drivers on the road Important WNY back to school dates to keep in mind: Ken-Ton School District Wed, Sept 2nd Buffalo Public Schools Thurs, Sept 3rd East Aurora Union Free School District [...]
When Backing Out, Do You Check The Sidewalk or Rely on a Backup Camera? Do you turn your head to check the sidewalk before backing out of your driveway, or do you rely solely on your backup camera? Your backup camera should be just that: a backup. Just because the street is clear, doesn't mean [...]
Why slow down in construction zones? As we approach the end of August, remember that construction season is still going strong. That means reduced speed zones, increased congestion, temporary lane closures, temporary changes in traffic patterns, and even new temporary traffic signals. Speeding in construction zones is one of the most dangerous things a driver [...]
Why Get Supplemental Underinsured Motorist Coverage? What's the most important insurance coverage you should have? Hands down: Supplemental Underinsured Motorist Coverage. Why? Because in WNY, it's common to see people driving recklessly; speeding, weaving between cars, running lights, driving impaired or distracted. People who drive crazy clearly don't care about others on the road, increasing [...]
What Are The Common Types of Car Accidents? The National Injury Council* reports that in 2024, collisions between motor vehicles represented 79% of injuries and 74% of injury crashes, predominantly as the result of rear-end collisions and angle collisions. Single-vehicle crashes involving collisions with fixed objects, pedestrians, and non-collisions made up 53% of fatalities. Here [...]
Summer Bonfire Slip and Fall Safety Who doesn't love a good summer bonfire? Even a small fire pit requires safety protocols. Regardless if you're spending the evening with family or neighbors, when you invite someone onto your property, you're responsible for their safety. Reduce the risk of burn-related slip, trip, and fall injuries: Keep any [...]
Injuries and Fatalities Related to E-bikes and E-scooters Places like Niawanda Park and the City of Tonawanda are even implementing strict speed limits to increase pedestrian and rider safety. As more e-bikes and e-scooters take to the street, it's essential that you prioritize safe driving and eliminate distractions when behind the wheel. Much of this [...]
