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New York Post: “Cyclist seriously injured in hit-and-run, but no arrests”
The New York Post reported on Dulcie Canton’s efforts to identify the hit and run driver who seriously...
Queens Tribune: “Van Bramer Wants Heavier Hit And Run Penalties”
Borough already plagued by traffic deaths, three fatal hit and runs have inspired legislative action. Councilman Jimmy Van...
Rutgers Magazine: Steve Vaccaro, A Passion and a Cause
Alumnus Steve Vaccaro, an attorney who is changing how automobiles, pedestrians, and cyclists share the streets of New York City, specializes in motorist negligence.
New Yorker: Can New York City Achieve Vision Zero?
The New Yorker's Eric Goldwyn spoke with Steve Vaccaro about the prospects for Vision Zero legislation aimed at reducing traffic fatalities.
Judge: DMV Can Revoke License After 5 Drunk or Drugged Driving Convictions
In Carney v NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles, the court upholds the authority of the DMV to revoke a license after 5 drunk or drugged driving convictions.
Streetsblog: “Vaccaro: NYPD Coerces Injured Hit-and-Run Victims to Not Pursue Charges “
Steve Vaccaro testified to the city Council in favor of legislation to improve NYPD investigations of hit-and-run crashes....
“Cyclist Assaulted On Hudson River Bike Path, Pedestrian Arrested,” John Delsignore for Gothamist
Steve Vaccaro of Vaccaro & White won a favorable settlement for Michael Mandiberg, a cyclist who was the victim of an unprovoked attack on Manhattan's Hudson River Greenway. Michael donated the bulk of the settlement proceeds to Transportation Alternatives.
Governing: Bikers, Walkers Need Cities to Protect Them
Alex Marshall of Governing discussed with Steve Vaccaro the steps necessary to reduce bike accidents.