#Reckless Driving NJ

[strawberryblondebutch]

I love my bike. I bought it with cash from a sketchy old man to piss off my parents. It was way too high cc for a beginner. The first time I got on it, it kicked out from under me and I separated the shoulder doctors had tried so hard to put back together.

Every time I drive it, I put on a helmet. I have to replace the helmet if I ever hit my head, because then it's compromised and it could explode. I put on Kevlar high-tops to keep my ankles from breaking. I wear an armored vest and a jacket to keep my organs inside my body. I carry multiple pieces of ID so first responders can identify me in a wreck.

When I brush my teeth or comb my hair, I see a scar under my eye from a piece of broken glass that was embedded in my skin. I'm one of the lucky ones.

Last month, a pediatric oncologist in Philadelphia was thrown off her bike and killed because a drunk man lost control of his car. He was flooring it the wrong way on a narrow city street.

Last night, two men were riding their bikes home in South Jersey to prepare for their sister's wedding. They happened to be hockey players. One car decided to slow down and pull away from them. Another man -- drunk, yes, but fundamentally angry and impatient -- decided to floor it and go around this slow, burdensome car. Killing both.

We get thoughts. We get prayers. We don't get any meaningful change. Because in Philly, on the Main Line, in South Jersey? The convenience of car drivers outweighs the lives of pedestrians. Of cyclists. Of motorcyclists.

I just want to leave my fucking house. I want to do everything right and not end up a splatter on the street.

I'm heartbroken for the Gaudreaus. For the Blue Jackets, who lost another teammate. For Kevin Hayes, who lost his best friend so soon after his brother's death.

But more than that, I'm fucking furious.

[writingonleaves]

reckless driving au - playlist

some songs i've been listening to as i create this world / get into our lovely characters' heads (:

*will be updated as i keep writing

reckless driving by lizzy mcalpine and ben kessler

carousel by 5 seconds of summer

on the page by maggie rogers

sarah's place by zach bryan and noah kahan

nj by chelsea cutler

amelie by gracie abrams

cherry by harry styles

is that alright? by lady gaga

older by lizzy mcalpine

sunflower by rex orange county

imgonnagetyouback by taylor swift

i'm still your boy by luke hemmings

vortex by lizzy mcalpine

close to you by gracie abrams

anywhere with you by maggie rogers

i still do by maggie rogers

wildest dreams by taylor swift

lunch by billie eilish

everywhere, everything by noah kahan ft. gracie abrams

forever by noah kahan

jersey giant by evan honer and julia digrazia

the other side of the door by taylor swift

all of the girls you loved before by taylor swift

city of stars from la la land by ryan gosling and emma stone

[blognerdzone]

Navigating Legal Laws After a Lyft Accident in Clark NJ

Imagine hailing a Lyft, expecting a smooth ride, only to find yourself in the middle of an accident. The confusion, pain, and uncertainty can be overwhelming. This scenario is, unfortunately, more common than you might think. If you're in Clark, NJ, and find yourself in this predicament, understanding the role of a Lyft accident attorney can be crucial.

Understanding Rideshare Accidents

Rideshare services like Lyft have transformed how we travel. But with more rideshare vehicles on the road, the likelihood of accidents increases. Whether it's due to distracted driving, poor road conditions, or other factors, rideshare accidents can be complex.

When you're involved in a Lyft accident, the immediate aftermath can be chaotic. It's essential to stay calm, assess your situation, and seek medical attention if needed. Your health is the priority.

Next, documenting the accident scene is vital. Take photos, note details, and gather witness information. This documentation can be invaluable later.

Why You Need a Specialized Attorney?

Navigating the legal landscape after a Lyft accident isn't straightforward. Lyft's business model introduces multiple layers of liability and insurance complexities. This is where a specialized Lyft accident attorney in Clark NJ, comes into play.

A knowledgeable attorney understands the nuances of rideshare laws and can guide you through the claims process. They can help determine who is liable – the Lyft driver, the company, or another party involved in the accident.

The Role of Insurance in Lyft Accidents

Understanding the insurance implications in Lyft accidents can be confusing. Lyft provides insurance coverage, but its applicability depends on the driver's status at the time of the accident.

If the driver was logged into the app but hadn't accepted a ride, a different coverage applies compared to when they are actively transporting a passenger. An experienced attorney can help decode these details and ensure you receive rightful compensation.

Common Causes of Lyft Accidents

Various factors can lead to Lyft accidents. Recognizing these causes can help in understanding liability and building a strong case:

Distracted Driving

With drivers often relying on GPS and mobile apps, distractions are common. Texting, checking the app, or even interacting with passengers can divert attention from the road.

Fatigue

Rideshare drivers often work long hours. Fatigue can severely impair reaction time and decision-making, leading to accidents.

Reckless Driving

Speeding, abrupt lane changes, and running red lights are examples of reckless driving that can cause accidents. Documenting such behavior can strengthen your case.

Steps to Take Immediately After an Accident

Acting quickly and methodically after an accident can make a significant difference in your case. Here are essential steps to follow:

Seek Medical Attention

Even if injuries seem minor, always get checked by a medical professional. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent but can have long-term consequences.

Report the Accident

Inform both Lyft and local law enforcement about the accident. Proper reporting ensures that there is an official record of the incident.

Contact a Lyft Accident Attorney

Reaching out to a Lyft accident lawyer in Clark NJ, should be a priority. They will advise you on the best course of action, ensuring your rights are protected.

How to Choose the Right Attorney?

Selecting the right attorney is pivotal. Here are some tips to ensure you make an informed choice:

Experience and Specialization

Ensure the attorney specializes in Lyft accident cases. Their experience in similar cases can significantly impact the outcome.

Client Reviews and Testimonials

Research online reviews and testimonials. Past client experiences can provide insights into the attorney's competence and approach.

Initial Consultation

Many attorneys offer free initial consultations. Use this opportunity to gauge their expertise and see if you feel comfortable working with them.

Building a Strong Legal Strategy

A robust legal strategy is essential for a successful outcome. Your attorney will work with you to build a compelling case:

Investigating the Accident

Detailed investigation involves reviewing police reports, speaking with witnesses, and analyzing evidence.

Negotiating with Insurance Companies

Insurance companies often aim to minimize payouts. An experienced attorney negotiates assertively to ensure fair compensation.

Preparing for Trial, If Necessary

While many cases settle out of court, being prepared for trial is crucial. Your attorney will prepare all necessary documentation and represent you effectively in court.

[nbtoday]

City Councilwoman Accused of Reckless, Intoxicated Driving

In the aftermath of a one-car crash, a councilwoman is facing charges of driving recklessly and intoxicated at a level more than three times the legal limit.

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—In the aftermath of a one-car crash, a councilwoman is facing charges of driving recklessly and intoxicated at a level more than three times the legal limit. On March 8 at approximately 11:39pm, Councilwoman Suzanne Sicora-Ludwig crashed her 2014 Range Rover sport utility vehicle into a tree near her home, according to city records. Police responded, Sicora-Ludwig was…

[savingjayden]

ꕀ ᐝ 𖠳 derek discanio, cismale, he/his ᐝ ꕀ ‷ heads up ; if you hear limits by bad omens blaring, it’s most likely jayden "jay" hanson making their way down the shore ! they’re 30 years old and celebrate their birthday on 08/26 - i knew they were a/an virgo ! especially since they’re very charming and reckless. they are from albany ny, staying in sunset retreat and are currently working as a/an lead singer in saving annie, here at the cape. they always did remind me of aesthetics nike sbs, backwards hats, and plaid button ups.‷

INTRODUCING…

NAME: Jayden Robert Hanson

GENDER & PREFERRED PRONOUNS: Cis male {He/him}

AGE: 30

BIRTHDAY: August 26, 1992

SEXUALITY: straight

FACE CLAIM: Derek Discanio

LABEL: The Rockstar

OCCUPATION: Lead Singer in the band Saving Annie

HOMETOWN: Albany, NYC

CURRENT RESIDENCE: Sunset Retreat, Cape May, NJ

CHARACTER PLAYLIST: HERE

Jayden Robert Hanson is the son of Rockstar Jackson Hanson guitarist of the 80s hairband Heavens Gate and Laywer Helena Hanson. When he was younger his dad was not really around because his band was still touring in his band and playing music while his mom was home taking care of him. They were not rich for say but they did have money. He knew something was up when his mom moved him to a bigger house when he was 9 years old and his dad didn't come with them. At the age of 15 he got into high school and started skateboarding, listening to bands like Blink-182, Sleeping with Sirens and All Time low as well as started dating a beautiful girl named Annie. One day he went home with his girlfriend and started singing at a bbq they had and there was a friend of his moms who was a talent agent there asking if Jayden did it professionally and he shook his head after the guy said his dad would be proud of him and is looking down on him. confused before he looks at his mom and questioned what this man just said. His mother said they moved here because his father passed away on tour and she didn't know how to tell him and this talent agent was her boyfriend. He went inside and started grabbing his stuff and took Annie with him. At the age of 18 he graduated high school and never spoke to his mom. Annie was going to college USC to be exact and he needed something because college was not an option for him. So he spend days and even nights in his house that he paid for with the money his father left him in a trust fund before his passing. The male wanted to start a band. He had some friends of his looking for a lead singer so he basically did what Vince Neil did in the movie the dirt and tried out and he was perfect and they knew he was perfect as well. They were about to go on their first call as he had gotten a call from Annie's mom and she had passed away from a car accident and was driving under the influence. He then went to rock bottom. He knew this wasn't what he needed because he was about to go on his first tour with his band but his friends cancelled the tour because of it. In the summer of his 19th birthday he said goodbye to the love of his life with his best friends and told her mom that he was here for the family. Annie's mom told him that Annie loved him and before she passed away Annie told her that she knew he was special and that's why she loved him. She told her mom that if he didn't go on the road she would come home and push him to do it then never go back to college because his dreams came first. Jayden knew what he had to do. He ran out of the wake after it was over to the rehersal space where his band was and told them that He was ready but they were changing the name from Sly Hookers to Saving Annie. They agreed and knew it was the right way to honor Annie's memory Jayden is now 30 about to be 31 years old living in Cape May, NJ and still making music with his band even after a decade. He has worked with tons of other bands as well such as Our Last Night, Against The Current, Neck Deep and so may more. He has won a couple of awards but to this day he still thinks about Annie and what it would have been like if she was still with him today. He knows he can't change the past but he will make sure his future is bright and he does everything in memory of Annie.

[stabilelawfirm]

Careless driving is the most common traffic offense in New Jersey. Careless driving means driving with absence of alertness and that incorporates daydreaming, reaching for something in the vehicle, or looking at something outside of the vehicle. One can get a traffic ticket issued on the charge of careless driving for making a lane change too suddenly, talking on a cell phone, pampering kids on the back seat while driving and for cases where someone is seriously injured or where real people are actually harmed. You can get a careless driving ticket also, when someone is operating your vehicle much like someone who is drunk, but the person is really not drunk. Most of the times people who are perfectly innocent get this type of ticket. .

It is necessary to consult with a good lawyer to know how to deal with all such situations. According to section 39:4-97 CARELESS DRIVING, the one who got a careless driving traffic ticket will be subject to 2 points on his/her driving record. This can cause your insurance premium to go up in price if you already have a few points on your driving record. And the fines can range from $78.00 to $200.00, if convicted in court. There are no upgraded punishments for a second or subsequent offense of careless driving in New Jersey. Careless driving is a lesser included offense of reckless driving.

You can take help from our Stabile Law Firm to prove your innocence in the court in all cases of careless driving. We can either reduce your point by defending you effectively in the court or can completely dismiss the charge in some cases.

[hopal-foropal]

do people who are not from New Jersey really drive at the speed limit??

[filmnoirfoundation]

And the winner is...

Here are the winners of the FNF's NOIR CITY e-mag #32 donation drive held September 9 - 17, 2021:

★ The winner of The Criterion Collection's Blu-ray release of The Asphalt Jungle (1950): Allan Smith, Hopewell, NJ

★ The winner of The Criterion Collection's DVD release of The Asphalt Jungle (1950): Bob Bryant, Mount Airy, MD

★ The winner of The French Collection - two Jacques Tardi works from Fantagraphics Books -- Run Like Crazy Run Like Hell and Fog Over Tolbiac Bridge, plus a Kino-Lorber Blu-ray of Jean-Pierre Melville's Le Doulos from Eddie Muller's collection in honor of Jean-Paul Belmondo: John R. Turner, Jr., Highland Beach, FL

★ The winner of an original 1949 magazine ad of The Reckless Moment from the FNF's historical collection, plus the Indicator limited edition (now out-of-print) region-free Blu-ray of the 1949 film: Ana Roland, Austin, TX

★ The winner of The Criterion Collection's new release of Nightmare Alley (1947), plus two international noir films – Pale Flower (Japan 1964) from The Criterion Collection and, from the DEFA Film Library at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, a special-edition DVD of The Murderers Are among Us (Germany 1946), plus two Jacques Tardi works from Fantagraphics Books -- Run Like Crazy Run Like Hell and Fog Over Tolbiac Bridge is: Anthony Hood, Olathe, KS

★ The new-subscriber winner of The Criterion Collection's Blu-ray release of The Asphalt Jungle (1950) is: Craig Rizzi, Carlsbad, CA

★ The new-subscriber winner of Flicker Alley's Blu-ray/DVD release of the FNF's restoration of The Man Who Cheated Himself is: Molly Haskell, New York, NY

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Film Noir Foundation! A reminder that anyone who contributes $20 or more to the FNF and signs up our mailing list always receives a free year's subscription to NOIR CITY e-magazine. Contributors may receive additional FNF thank you gifts depending on the amount of the donation.

[jerseydeanne]

'I think I can pay that immediately your honor': Bruce Springsteen is fined $500 for drinking two shots of tequila in a state park - but DWI charges are dropped after it's revealed his blood-alcohol level was well under the limit

‘I think I can pay that immediately your honor’: Bruce Springsteen is fined $500 for drinking two shots of tequila in a state park – but DWI charges are dropped after it’s revealed his blood-alcohol level was well under the limit

Springsteen, 71, appeared for arraignment in NJ federal court on Wednesday The Boss was arraigned to answer charges related to his November arrest for DWI, reckless driving and drinking in an enclosed area in Sandy Hook A park ranger saw him consume a shot of tequila with fans after pulling over on his motorbike to pose for a selfie, a report said Springsteen reportedly admitted he’d consumed two…

[xariagold]

╚ { hailey baldwin bieber, 23, cisfemale, she/her} hey, what’s up! i’m xaria gold. i’m from franklin lakes nj and everyone back at home calls me zari. i always get told that i’m outgoing & trustworthy but the haters will say i’m wild and reckless. when people think of me, they think of top of the line fashion fits, face masks and perfectly done brows but that’s just who i am, and like i always say “bible! kardasian inspired .”╝

born to a media mogul father on his 3rd marriage and real housewife of nj mother, xaria came out with a silver spoon in her mouth and gold immediately around her wrist.

her dad worked in new york city, just right over the bridge, as a business insider he owns companies like mobile phone networks & a newswire service that is worth billions of dollars.

xaria’s mom had a child young with her high school sweetheart, but things didn’t work out. she has a protective older brother who hates his step dad’s guts. the man is known to cheat on his wife, but she just turns a blind eye because money > love.

her father has older children, from his first two marriages, with children of their own...so things are weird around the holidays but whatever. she’s his baby girl and would do anything for her. literally. she’s set for life with her bank account and isn’t afraid to show it off.

from top designers in the fashion world, to high end make up companies and corporations, zari has been working with the best of the best since she was a teen.

for a second she wanted to try out acting, but realized her body and face was her money maker and being herself was better than having to fake a character for 14 hour days.

so as soon as she hit 18, she became a social media influencer, taking on campaigns and doing ad’s for all top paying companies. they liked her sweet and innocent vibe but with a bikini that revealed a little too much. which was perfectly a-okay in her book.

she doesn’t know how to drive because she’s always had a driver, but she has her license and 3 rides that she thinks are cute to take photos with.

zari is always down to party. she’s had a fake id since high school and though she’s of age now, you would think every night was like her first night of drinking with how drunk she always manages to get.

this bitch is hella trustworthy. like she has your back, will throw hands if she has to for her girls and get in anyones face with no shame. she can be feisty and has a bite to go with the bark.

doesn’t believe in love, thinks it’s something that’s made up to help people feel better about themselves and less lonely in life. she is always down for a good time, sleeping with whoever, whenever.

she’s down to smoke weed whenever, but doesn’t do anything harder because of a friend that past away from substance abuse. but doesn’t judge. not in the slightest. she understands that people have their things in life and are going to do what they got to. she might say something while drunk, but nothing too heavy.

redbull and vodka is her favorite, but she gets so wild off it, it’s insane. dark liquor and her do not mix, she will pass out for sure. vodka and champs is where it’s usually at for her, wine drunk is fun but she feels like it ends the night too soon?

into bad boys & people that are heartbreakers. she wants a reason to not commit, wants to make sure she has a reason to run if anyone gets to close to her. too good at goodbyes is her theme song and what relates to her the most.

[abthepoet]

All my friends are dead.

Something strange is trending in my life.

All my friends die.

At the beginning of my sophmore year in college, my roommate from freshman year died tragically in a single vehicle car crash. Her name was Allison Lynam. We called her Blake. She was sassy and funny and I wish I would've taken more time to know her.

The rain was torrential the night she died. I swear I've never seen it rain that hard ever again in my life. She drove to the store along Highway 36 in Long Branch,NJ. She had off campus housing that year and had to use the highway often. The road was terribly flooded the night she died. Im told she hydroplaned, spun, and T-boned the driver side smack into an electrical pole. Her family still decorates it.

At that very same moment, in my dorm room nearby, I was watching TV when the lights suddenly flickered and dimmed. A brown out.

I had no idea but that was my friend crashing into a pole and dying. She was 19 years old.

I know this because that accident happened near the mall. That accident killed the power to nearby businesses.

I later found out that the road she died on was so badly flooded, the police intended to close it. Why they didnt get to it in time, I'll never know. Maybe that's fate.

Then there was Jessica Blain. Jessica Blain was a firecracker of a human being. She was 100% unmistakable. One of the loudest, funniest, most loyal people and friends I have ever met. She was also an incredibly gifted singer and I was lucky enough to have Chorus with her. We, along with a small group of friends, founded a new greek organization on our campus, Alpha Xi Delta. We were paired up as Twins. (you can't have Bigs & Littles when you're just starting the Family Tree). We named the family we formed Fuck Up Your Shit. Because that's what we'd do for a friend. I miss her laugh most of all. It was loud and unapologetic. She was there for me, supportive, and encouraging without me ever having to ask. The night I officially finished college we all went out to the local gay club, The Colosseum. I got wasted, of course. But Jess was the person who when I shouted 'I have to pee' on the ride home, she stopped and knocked on strangers doors and asked to let me use their bathrooms. Nobody said yes so she held my hand while I peed on a fence instead. I remember the last time we spoke. She was at a concert with a mutual friend. We hadn't spoken much since I graduated, she was still in school.

She died in her dorm room bed on Halloween as a result of asphyxiation during an epileptic seizure. She was 20 years old. The news was broken to me that very same Halloween night as I floated along in NY on a concert cruise. The World/Inferno Friendship Society decided to host Hallowmas, their annual event, on a boat this year. Nothing like being trapped on a musical boat while you grieve. I had messaged her AIM late that night to say hi. She had an away message up. I may have sent a message to a dead person. I miss her friendship more than I realize sometimes.

That brings us to James Padden. James was a warm, snuggly bear of a guy who always tried to do the right thing and let me steal his hoodies. He insantly became my best friend in a Stepbrothers-esque manner. I met James working overnights at Wawa in Leonardo, NJ. I forget how it started now, but we were standing in front of the deli and I think I tossed him a broom or he already had one. . . I cant remember now.. . . but he just took one look at me with that mischievous little twinkle that I quickly returned and we instantly began sword fighting with our brooms. Like two little boys playing pretend and having a ball. He was sweet and silly and kind. I needed a ride, and he loved to drive. Our first winter as friends, we went out doing donuts in the snow. I barely knew him, but I felt safe. We smoked a ton of weed and had so many adventures trying to procure more. One time, we got so high driving to a Dropkick Murphys concert in NY we kept going in circles, missed almost the entire show save for the last 3-5 numbers, and had a blast. I can barely remember the night, but I remember laughing hard in that car. No one could talk to me like James. We were both insecure being chubby kids and adults, but so charismatic and grandiose that I sometimes thought we were the only two who would put up with listening to each others wild ideas and ridiculous banter. We would smoke joints and take adderall and talk about everything and anything. I miss the safety and closeness I felt with him. We were always 100% platonic, but we could nap together, I could walk into his house and jump on him in bed and wake him up. Then we would cook ourselves a breakfast feast and hit the beach. He taught me to always take the back roads. I gave him advice on the ladies. He taught me about fixing cars. I helped shave his back. He called his new pick up truck, a pick'um up truck. We could wax philosophical all damn day and not get sick of each other.

It wasnt just driving he loved, it was going fast. Like so many young white men, he had tendency to be a little reckless. The universe gave him a pass only so many times.

I'll never forget when he got his motorcycle. It was the last time I saw him. It was a bright green crotch rocket. He loved lime green. I was doing yoga in the living room when I heard this obnoxious engine rev down my street. I asked myself, who the hell is making this noise?! And it was James, grinning from ear to ear with a matching helmet on his shiny new toy.

before he left I said, 'you die on that thing, I'll bring you back to life and kill you." I remember giving him this very long and intentional hug and not knowing why I felt compelled to hang on.

When he left and hopped back on the bike, I felt compelled again and took a video of him riding away from my driveway until he was entirely out of sight.

That's my very last memory of him alive. James Padden died on Thanksgiving five days after his 25th birthday. He went out for a joyride on his bike before dinner, opened up to 100mph around a curve where he couldn't see a car pulling out around the bend in time. They called a medevac, but he died on scene. I loved James dearly and I regret drifting apart after we both left Wawa and I started a new relationship. He had stuff too, but in hindsight it never seems important.

Then there's JB. I will always remember JB for his kindness and generosity. The very first time I finally worked up the nerve to go to a poetry slam, I was alone and terrified. I had no idea what to expect. JB was the very first person to turn around, introduce himself, and welcome me. He made me feel like I belonged. Years later, when I won the title of Grand Slam Champion, he immediately offered to help coach me for national competition. Except, I didn't see the messages and left them unanswered, which I deeply regret. When I started hosting my own open mic a few years after that, JB would be one of the only people to consistently come support the show both as an audience member and participant. It was at a pizza joint and he would sometimes buy me food when I had no money. He wrote beautiful poems about his two young daughters and how much they inspired him. JB always tried to make people laugh but you could tell he carried a sadness. I did not get details, but from what I have gathered he made a choice to end his life. I wish I would have gotten closer to him and appreciated him more as a friend and person. I wonder if he felt no one cared about him and I feel like I should've let him know more.

Which brings us to Crys. Crystopher Anthony Diaz was a Scorpio with a big heart and a big personality. I met him on Myspace back in the day and started Web camming. We became friends and eventually fell into this gray area of friends, together, but not. It wasn't long before I was spending days at his place, killing hours at a time downloading music, making Wawa runs, and smoking weed with his roommate at the time, Syd. You know, the whole reason I worked at Wawa was Crys suggesting it. And Wawa is the reason I met James. Crys was unlike anyone I'd ever met. He was poetic and artistic and loved animals, especially pit bulls. He loved to draw and write and had this very out loud style that favored Earth tones. He taught me about fashion and insisted on getting dressed even if it was 1am and we were just going to Wawa because you never know who you might see. We would buy new clothes at Walmart and have photo shoots. That boy drank his weight in coffee daily. If it's one thing I'll always remember him for, it's the dancing. Dancing was a passion of his and always used to talk about wanting to form a dance crew. Eventually, we ended up living together for four years. My first apartment was with him in this piece of shit duplex rented to us by a slumlord in Keansburg,NJ. My relationship with him was always defined by our Aries/Scorpio dynamic and he never let me forget it. His birthday was October 30th, mischief night. One time, after we had moved into a new place, we decided to get revenge on our old downstairs neighbor by taking a finished lobster carcass and throwing it on his lawn. . . . . . . Keansburg had a terrible stray cat problem. 😁

I have so many memories with Crystopher. Unfortunately, towards the end of our relationship things became too tumultuous. We had too much unresolved baggage and trauma to find a healthy place emotionally together. We were so financially strained for a time we hardly ate. And then when he met his new girlfriend Laura, she introduced him to her good friend, Roxy. As in Roxcicet. aka Blues. Neither of us knew what that even was at the time. But he sure learned quick. He started using them pretty frequently as time went on, and things only got more complicated. My mental health took a nose dive. By the time I moved out our relationship was trash. I basically left. At the time, I didnt have a choice. things had gotten so bad between us, the money, the using . . . we didn't act like friends anymore.

I saw him a couple times at his new place but that was years ago. Since then, he went through a lot, including homelessness and more struggles with addiction to opiates. He reached out to me and sent me a message apologizing for everything a couple years back. I never responded. I was afraid I would let him back into my life and let the all the problems back in. I didnt trust where he was at in his life. We lost touch and stopped speaking.

His ex, who used to live with us and became my friend, messaged me and told me he died a few days ago. He was 35. I'm still waiting for information, but it may have been drug related. I'm not even sure where I'm at with how I feel. I know why we stopped talking. It was the right thing to do at the time. But he didnt deserve to die so young, having spent the last god knows how many months homeless. It's fucking with me so hard because we never resolved anything. I loved this person so fucking much and we never made peace. Of everyone I've lost, he was the closest to me. I've had a lot of people die on me but none that I lived with and shared a life with. I have more memories with him than I can handle and while I know we hadn't spoken in years and why, I still wish I would've said something. Done something. Yes, i needed healthy boundaries but he needed somebody. when is being firm too firm? If we would've helped, could it have been different? But we didn't want to help at the time, you try to be tough and draw a line. Be firm. Not let yourself be taken advantage of. But is that a defense? Did that defensiveness leave a human being who's head i used to scratch until he fell asleep out in the cold to get sicker and die?

What am I supposed to learn from all this Universe? Why do you take my friends so young and so tragically? I'm only 35, I'm too young to have this much loss.

Because these are just the major players I've lost. It doesnt include my cousin Jared, who died being reckless on a motorcycle at 21 two years ago. I was 15 when he was born. I loved that baby, he used to bite my nose. But his family lived far, so I rarely saw him growing up. Last time I saw him was at my grandfather's funeral. He didn't remember me and the nose biting.

And then there's Marcos who we used to chill with. He worked delivery for our favorite chinese food place. He was a nice kid who lived with his grandparents. We would get food, smoke weed, hang out a little. Even used to buy it off him for a while. Eventually he got into the opiates too, he even wound up being good friends with Crys and being Blue buddies. But eventually Marcos died from an opiate overdose. He was in his mid twenties.

I didnt want to include Ricky because he was more of an acquaintance for me, he was more my partners childhood friend. But god damn, in the time I knew Ricky that kid was a riot. He was loud and funny and definitely marched to the beat of his own drum. Drugs took him too.

Thanks for reading all this if you've made it this far. It's taken me about two hours to type this out on my phone. but i needed to. Thanks for coming to my TedTalk

[harryfeatgaga]

They literally are VSJEJEK my grandfather was like watch out for those Massachusetts drivers and I thought he was joking but I don’t think I saw a single car with mass plates use their directional the entire time I was there like I thought I knew reckless driving from ny/nj the whole time I was there I was like damn Paige drives like this?? HEJSKSKE

PELAKDJEKSKS ITS SO BAD ITS ONLY GOTTEN WORSE I SWEAR EVERYONE BOIGHT A CAR DURING TJE PANDEMIC THERES SOOOO MUCH MORE TRAFFIC

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Super D Matsuri: April 2018

Among the endless sea of sand and tumbleweeds in the eastern California desert lies a seemingly insignificant strip of tarmac. Through the barren lands opposite of the dirt covered mountains, we drive into treacherous unpaved territory to take part in the carnage that will forever be remembered as Super D Matsuri. 

Alas the Faction family finally reunites to make it to Super D Matsuri at Grange Motor Circuit in Apple Valley, California.  Despite the 5 day cross country road trip from NJ (though some of us took the easy route and flew in), the team was anxious to get to the track and start driving.

We arrived early Saturday where it was apparent that drifting (and destruction) had been taking place throughout the night. Make no light of the situation, Grange Motor Circuit is an elite course - the tightly wound track easily deceived drivers, even sending a few flying into the surrounding cinder block walls. 

The chaos ensued and those narrow strips of tarmac would soon be forever stained by the tires of Japan’s most reckless drivers and the hopeful souls of U.S. drivers trying to follow suit. 

Enter: TEAM BURST!  Hailing straight from the motherland, renown OG drivers Naoki Nakamura, Miki Takagi, and Mitsuyoshi Nishio grace us with their clutch kick power and teach us a thing or two about style. 

We weren’t far off though. 

Toughing out the Californian desert heat to represent the North East with us were our Staten Island comrades in Front Street Drift Club 

along with former FD driver Geoff Stoneback & current FD driver Chelsea Denofa.

Aside form drifting, we were pretty busy at the Faction booth all weekend. We set up our booth by our friends in KoyoRad and Origin Lab, and were having a killer time meeting people from all over the country.

We definitely need to shout out all the drift teams/drivers and fans who braved the rugged roads to support the growing grassroots movement! Seeing throngs of people huddled at our booth either wearing or buying Faction gear was truly amazing. We sincerely appreciate all the love we were shown! <3 <br>

As the sun set and the cold started to settle over the desert, we decided to close up shop to take part in the night time festivities...aka NIGHT DRIFTING! Right when we thought drifting this technical track couldn’t get any more exciting, we stood corrected!

Unfortunately, our nighttime track run was cut short due to some technical difficulties [[insert trans breaking info here]] In addition, Team Burst sent their car through the wall which closed the track while 20+ people dug/pushed the car out with their bare hands. 

Overall the weekend was beyond amazing. Experiencing the technical skill and rawness these Japanese drivers displayed was incredible, nonetheless, driving with old and new friends from all over the U.S.

Not many people get to to say they traveled over 2,500 miles with their best friends to drift with Japan’s finest....or go off roading in a mini van, get caught in a sandstorm, almost set their Airbnb on fire, climb a desert mountain, or get face tattoos (don’t ask). But we were lucky enough to say we did all that and then some.

Scattered body kits, smashed radiators, snapped brake lines, and broken transmissions were a small price to pay to have experienced Super D Matsuri with our family.

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Participating Stores (UK):

Rough Trade

Resident - 28 Kensington Gardens, Brighton BN1 4AL, UK

Piccadilly - 53 Oldham St, Manchester M1 1JR, UK

Jumbo - Merrion Street, 1-3 Merrion Centre, Leeds LS2 8NG, UK

Drift - 103 High St, Totnes TQ9 5SN, UK

Participating Stores (US):

Music Millennium - 3158 E Burnside Street Portland, OR

The Record Exchange - 1105 West Idaho St Boise, ID

Easy Street - 4559 California Ave SW Seattle, WA

Graywhale - 1773 West 4700 South Salt Lake City, UT

Graywhale - 208 S 1300 E Salt Lake City, UT

Graywhale - 824 E 9400S Sandy, UT

Graywhale - 4062 Riverdale Rd Ogden, UT

Skips Records - 3215 W 11th Ave Eugene, OR

Silver Platters - 2930 1st Avenue South Seattle, WA

Silver Platters - 3715 196th St. SW, Lynnwood, WA

Silver Platters - 2616 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA

Streetlight Records - 980 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA

Streetlight Records - 939 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz, CA

Boo Boo Records - 978 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA

Ear Candy - 624 S Higgins Ave Missoula, MT

Sonic Boom - 2209 NW Market Street Seattle, WA

Everyday Music - 1313 W. Burnside Portland, OR

Everyday Music - 1931 NE Sandy Blvd Portland, OR

Everyday Music - 3290 SW Cedar Hills Blvd Beaverton, OR

Everyday Music - 115 E. Magnolia Bellingham, WA

Everyday Music - 1520 10th Ave. Seattle, WA

Dimple - 2499 Arden Way Sacramento, CA

Watts Records - 1211 Grant Ave Novato, CA

Sound & Vision - 3444 Main St SLC, UT

Hungry Ear - 675 Auahi St Honolulu, HI

Groovacious Platters - 195 W 650 S Cedar City, UT

The Long Ear - 1620 N Government Way Coeur D'alene, ID

Resurrection Records - 921 W Northwest Blvd Spokane, WA

Obsession Records - 2213 E Tudor Rd #53 Anchorage, AK

Siren Records - 527 Ramona Avenue Monterey, CA

Jackpot Records - 3574 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, OR

Albums on the Hill - 1128 13th St Boulder, CO

Amoeba - 1855 Haight Street San Francisco, CA

Amoeba - 2455 Telegraph Ave Berkeley, CA

Cactus Music - 2110 Portsmouth Ave Houston, TX

Euclid - 19 N Gore Ave, St. St. Louis, MO

Fingerprints - 420 E. 4th St. Long Beach, CA

Freakbeat - 13616 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA

Good Records - 1808 Greenville Ave Dallas, TX

Guestroom - 125 E Main St. Norman, OK

Guestroom - 3701 N. Western Ave OKC, OK

Independent - 3020 Platte Ave Colorado Springs, CO

Josey Records - 2821 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy #100 Farmers Branch, TX

Josey Records - 1814 Oak St. Kansas City, MO

Lou’s Records - 434 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA

Mills Record Co - 4045 Broadway Blvd. Kansas City, MO

Moldy Toes - 221 S Ola Vista San Clemente, CA

M-Theory - 827 W Washington St, San Diego, CA

Ralph’s Records - 3322 82nd St, Lubbock, Lubbock, TX

Rhino Records - 235 Yale Ave, Claremont Claremont, CA

Salzer’s - 5777 Valentine Rd, Ventura, TX

Stinkweeds - 12 W Camelback Rd Phoenix, AZ

Vintage Vinyl - 6610 Delmar Blvd. St. Louis, MO

Vinyl Renaissance - 7932 Santa Fe Dr. Overland, KS

Vinyl Renaissance - 111 S 9th St Columbia, MO

Zia Records - 3839 N 16th St. Phoenix, AZ

Bull Moose - 219 Waterman Drive, Attn: Sebastian Grass South Portland, ME

Scotti’s Record Shop - 351 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ

Songbyrd - 2475 18th St NW, Washington, DC

Main Street Music - 4444 Main St Philadelphia, PA

Darkside Records - 611 Dutchess Turnpike Arlington, NY

Record Archive - 33 1/3 Rockwood St, Rochester, NY

Vintage Vinyl - 51 Lafayette Rd Fords, NJ

The Sound Garden - 1616 Thames St Baltimore, MD

Princeton Record Exchange - 20 S Tulane St Princeton, NJ

Angry Mom Records - 115 E State St Ithaca, NY

Creep Records - 1050 N Hancock St #76, Philadelphia, PA

Juke Records - 4526 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

Hill & Dale Records - 1054 31st St NW #010 Washington, DC

Pure Pop - 115 S Winooski Ave Burlington, VT

Ka-Chunk Records - 78 Maryland Ave Annapolis, MD

Flat Black & Circular - 541 E Grand River East Lansing, MI

Reckless Records - 3126 Broadway Chicago, IL

Reckless Records - 26 E Madison Chicago, IL

Reckless Records - 1379 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL

Shuga - 1272 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL

Drastic Plastic - 1118B Howard St Omaha, NE

Toxic Beauty Records - 220 Xenia Yellow Springs, OH

Shake it - 4156 Hamilton Cincinnati, OH

Homer’s - 1210 Howard St Omaha, NE

Strictly Discs - 1900 Monroe St Madison, WI

Luna Music - 5202 N College Av Indianapolis, IN

Landlocked Music - 202 Walnut Bloomington, IN

Used Kids - 2500 Summit St Columbus, OH

Plaid Room Records - 120 Karl Brown Way Loveland, OH

Mile Long Records - 350 W Front St Wheaton, IL

Lucky Records - 126 S Market St Wooster, OH

Electric Fetus - 2000 4th Ave So Minneapolis, MN

Electric Fetus - 12E. Superior Duluth, MN

Exclusive Co - 318 E Main St Oshkosh, WI

Dearborn Music - 22501 Michigan Ave Dearborn, MI

Culture Clash - 4020 Secor Rd Toledo, OH

Laurie’s - 4639 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL

Finders - 128 N Main St Bowling Green, OH

Magnolia T- Pussy - 1155 N High St, Columbus, OH

Record Den - 7661 Mentor Rd Mentor, OH

ZZZ - 2200 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA

Rolling Stone - 7300 W Irving Pk Rd Norridge, IL

Waiting Room - 113 W North Normal, IL

Wazoo - 336 ½ S State Ann Arbor, MI

Spoonful - 2960 N High St Columbus, OH

Down In The Valley - 8020 Olsen Memorial HWY Golden Valley Shopping Center Golden Valley, MN

Indy CD - 806 Broadripple Av Indianapolis, IN

Dave’s - 2604 N Clark St Chicago, IL

Lost Weekend - 2960 N High St Columbus, OH

Radio Kaos - 968 Min St Stevens Point, WI

Records Per Minute - 2579 High ST Columbus, OH

Karma Records - 21 N Post Rd Indianapolis, IN

Wooden Nickle Records - 3422 Anthony Rd Ft. Wayne, IN

Technique Records - 853 NE 79th Street Miami, FL

The End Of All Music - 103A Courthouse Square Oxford, MS

Criminal Records - 1154-A Euclid Avenue NE Atlanta, GA

Park Ave CDs - 2916 Corrine Dr Orlando, FL

Monster Music - 946 Orleans Rd Charleston, SC

Grimey’s - 1604 8th Ave S Nashville, TN

SchoolKids Records - 2237 Avent Ferry Rd Ste. 101 Raleigh, NC

Sweat Records - 5505 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL

Oz Music - 506 14th St, Tuscaloosa, AL

Arkansas Record Exchange - 4212 Mac Arthur N Little Rock, AR

Daddy Kool Records - 666 Central Ave St. Petersburg, FL

T-Bones - 2101 Hardy St Hattiesburg, MS

CD Cellar - 913 Noble St Anniston, AL

CD Central - 377 S Limestone Lexington, KY

Lunchbox Records - 825 Central Ave Charlotte, NC

Decatur CD - 356 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur, GA

Earshot - 3254 Silas Creek Pkwy Salem, NC

Wax N Facts - 432 Moreland Ave NE Atlanta, GA

Wuxtry - 197 E Clayton St Athens, GA

Wuxtry - 2096 N Decatur Rd Decatur, GA

The Groove - 1103 Calvin Ave Nashville, TN

East West Records - 4895 Orange Ave S Orlando, FL

Radio Active - 845 N Federal Hwy Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Seasick Records - 5508 Crestwood Blvd Birmingham, AL

Horizon Records - 2-A West Stone Ave, Greenville, SC

Central Square - 89 Central Sq, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Guestroom Records - 1806 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY

Al Bums Record Shoppe - 4606 S. Main St.  Acworth, GA

Fantasyland Records - 360 Pharr RD. NE Atlanta, GA

Mojo Books & Records - 2540 E Fowler Ave Tampa, FL

Magnolia Records - 214 W. Magnolia Ave Knoxville, TN

Vinyl Tap - 2038 Greenwood Ave Nashville, TN

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Understanding Motor Vehicle Accidents in NY

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Check yourself and others for injuries

Call 911

Exchange information with other drivers involved

Take pictures of the scene

Contact your insurance company

Seek medical attention

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Conclusion:

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