Bus accidents can result in higher number of injuries
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 19, 2018 | Blog, Bus AccidentsPennsylvania residents can likely recall at least one time they have ridden a bus. Many children rely on buses to get them to and from school each day. Even for adults, a bus can be a handy way to travel in a large group or save commuters from having to worry about the expense of […]
Man charged re fatal car accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsA passenger in a motor vehicle depends on the driver to be vigilant and provide safe transportation. When a driver chooses to break the law, he or she risks the lives of any passengers, as well as others in or near the roadway. Sometimes, a driver’s negligent or criminal behavior causes a car accident that results in […]
Charges pressed in fatal auto accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 13, 2018 | Blog, Car AccidentsSometimes, a car crash is the result of unavoidable hazards, such as weather conditions or a vehicle malfunction. Usually, this type of auto accident is handled by insurance companies and will likely never end up as a legal matter in court. In other cases, an auto accident is the result of negligence or carelessness on […]
Pennsylvania high on list for most motorcycle accidents
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 6, 2018 | Blog, Motorcycle AccidentsPennsylvania ranks 4th in the nation on a list of states with the most motorcycle crashes. Motorcycle accidents have a much higher rate of serious injury or death than other types of motor vehicle accidents. Even if riders use proper safety procedures and wear a helmet, an accident can occur in the blink of an […]
Pedestrian auto accident victim dies
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsEvery driver’s worst nightmare is being involved in an accident. In Pennsylvania, auto accidents claim thousands of lives each year. Serious crashes can result in permanent personal injury, or worse, and expensive damage to vehicles. When a driver is involved in an auto accident, state law requires that he or she pull safely to the […]
Law Firm to Host 2nd Annual “Get Them There Safely” Free Car Seat Safety Check
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 31, 2018 | Blog, Car Accidents[nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″], the Lehigh Valley’s personal injury law firm, will host its 2nd annual free car seat safety check event on Sat., Sept. 29, 2018. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Target near Airport Road, certified child passenger safety technicians will check car seats are installed properly to ensure young children are transported […]
Distracted driving may have caused fatal truck accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 28, 2018 | Blog, Truck AccidentsThe state of Pennsylvania has strict laws prohibiting the use of cell phones and other mobile devices while driving. Though it can be tempting to check an alert, answer a call, or find a gas station while driving, drivers must use an appropriate hands-free device or safely pull over before doing so. Drivers may think […]
Being at fault for bus accidents can carry lengthy prison terms
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 26, 2018 | Blog, Bus AccidentsA new school year is beginning across the state of Pennsylvania, and students aren’t the only ones who may have first-day jitters. Waiting for the school bus can be an anxious moment for parents as well. Though it is time to turn a new leaf and begin a new semester, parents may still have lingering […]
Car accident claims 2 lives
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 25, 2018 | Blog, Car AccidentsAs summer draws to a close, Pennsylvania roads are busier than ever. Families may be trying to squeeze in a last-minute vacation, or be out and about trying to clear their back-to-school shopping lists. With a summer that produced a near-record number of fatal car accident incidents state-wide, drivers are growing ever more wary of […]
Does aggressive driving lead to crashes in Pennsylvania?
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 23, 2018 | Blog, UncategorizedIn Pennsylvania, the state’s Department of Transportation works to improve driver safety. There are several main factors that lead to dangerous motor vehicle crashes on the state’s roadways. Drunk driving and distracted driving rank among the most prevalent causes of crashes. Another leading cause of highway crashes and fatalities in Pennsylvania is aggressive driving, which comprises a range of behaviors. Signs […]