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Long-Island Rideshare Drivers Beware if You Pick Up Passengers in New York City!

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General NYC TLC Rules The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) has established a set of laws and regulations that apply to ride-share drivers operating in the city. Some of the key requirements include: TLC License: All ride-share drivers must obtain a TLC license, which involves passing a background check and completing a […]

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Aggressive driving on Long Island

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Are Aggressive Drivers Responsible for Traffic Deaths?   According to safety researchers, two-thirds of traffic deaths and a third of injuries nationwide can be traced to aggressive driving. Officials confirm that these dangers have been rising in the post-pandemic years, with enforcement data showing that aggressive driving tickets on Long Island jumped significantly, by over

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Why Are There So Many Accidents on Long Island Highways?

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Overview Traffic accidents occur daily on any one of the three major Long Island highways. Accidents similar to this one are common on Long Island parkways and highways. One might ask why? Let’s take a look. Watch Out for the Other Guy! How many times have we heard this expression? But it is so true!

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Exploring the History of New York’s Most Famous Highway: The Long Island Expressway

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The Long Island Expressway is rich in history and has been a defining feature of New York’s landscape since it first opened in 1938. Built to ease the burden of heavy traffic on the Northern State and Southern State Parkways, and the local roads that commercial traffic had to use, the LIE quickly became an

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The Most Common Types of Car Accidents in Long Island

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Car accidents are an unfortunate reality for many Long Island drivers. Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed in car accidents in the region. While no one can guarantee that they will never be involved in a fender bender, certain types of accidents are more common than others, especially here in Long Island. By

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Commercial Traffic are Banned on Long Island Parkways

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MAY 2025 UPDATE               Vehicle Height Sign on Southern State Parkway near Lynbrook. NY has recently installed new, large signs for commercial vehicles just before entering under a bridge, hoping this will help reduce crashes. Sign on Long Island Expressway near North Hills, Nassau County. Photo: SS If you

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Long Island Town Council Hears Concerns About Red Light Cameras

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Photo: iStock Note: I do not manage red light tickets. These articles are just for informative purposes only. Please refer to my home page if you need help with moving violations!   Red Light Cameras Have Always Been Contentious From Floral Park to Southampton, communities in both Nassau and Suffolk counties are debating the pros and

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