I am not Deaf and not a sign language user, but I am extremely hard of hearing and I know how frightening it can be when the police pull you over and you're unsure you'll be able to understand them — or be able to make yourself understood. I also realize, thanks to my own … Continue reading Driving While Deaf: Not Taking My Own Advice.
Daniel Harris
The Hazards of Driving While Deaf
The death last week of 29 year-old-Daniel Harris, who was Deaf, is a reminder for all of us who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing that we need to be extra cautious when pulled over by a police officer. Here's a link to the New York Times article, which also includes heart-breaking photos of this … Continue reading The Hazards of Driving While Deaf

