Finz & Finz 2021 Annual Scholarship

We are proud to announce our Second Annual Scholarship Competition. This year’s competition highlights the importance of avoiding distractions while driving. The next generation of lawyers stands at the threshold of a new world that will be built with innovative ideas and fresh perspectives. We want to hear from you – current and prospective law students – to help formulate a solution to a dangerous activity that many Americans undertake far too often: texting while driving.

Recent studies demonstrate that texting while driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving or driving while under the influence of drugs. The chance of getting into a car accident is 20 times greater when a driver is texting. In fact, a texting driver is impaired to the same degree as a driver with a blood-alcohol content of .08 percent, the legal limit in most states.

New York State and many other states have enacted laws designed to prevent car accidents caused by texting and driving, but these laws can only help so much. It is up to everyday Americans to change their behavior to reduce this epidemic of distracted driving.

Accordingly, to encourage students to participate in a safer society with fewer drivers distracted by text messages – and to help secure the education and tools needed to bring about a safer future – we are selecting two winners for this year’s scholarship competition. The scholarships will be awarded as follows: