Uber may help prevent a drunk driving car accident in some cities
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Oct 5, 2017 | Blog, Car AccidentsOne of the perks of using a smart phone is the variety of apps that the user can access to make some aspects of life easier or safer. One of those is the ride-sharing program started by Uber. A recent study was conducted by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania Injury Science Center to asses whether […]
Texting not the only cause of distracted driving car accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsThe automobile is such a status symbol that a person’s social and economic standing is often based in part on the year and model of vehicle that one drives. Partially in an effort to appeal to potential owners, many of the latest models are including an array of technological options that are marketed as a way of enhancing one’s driving experience. […]
Traffic slowdown leads to multi-vehicle car accident, 1 injured
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 28, 2017 | Blog, Car AccidentsThe Pennsylvania highways are heavily traveled thoroughfares that are the scenes of countless serious crashes. These wrecks take a terrible toll on families through both physical injuries and monetary damages. One recent car accident damaged several vehicles and caused one woman to suffer physical injuries. The multi-vehicle wreck may have been precipitated by an incident that […]
Pennsylvania motorcycle accidents continue to take serious toll
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 21, 2017 | Blog, Motorcycle AccidentsAs summer draws to a close, even more motorists may be on the roads trying to get in last minute errands and pleasure trips before the cooler weather sets in. With the increased traffic, though, motorcyclists face an increased risk of being involved in motorcycle accidents. A recent wreck in Pennsylvania resulted in a rider […]
Car accident claims the lives of 2 men
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsThe majority of travelers likely do not contemplate the dangers they may face as they get behind the wheel every day. However, motor vehicles can become a deadly weapon given the wrong circumstances and an inattentive driver. A recent car accident in Pennsylvania claimed the lives of two more victims who likely did not foresee […]
Unclear if automated cars will decrease chances of car accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 11, 2017 | Blog, Car AccidentsOver the past few years, several car companies have been testing the technology behind autonomous vehicles. While many believe these vehicles may increase efficiency and reduce the risks of being involved in a car accident, it remains to be seen whether these machines will perform well over time. Pennsylvania lawmakers recently introduced a bill that […]
Driver accused of texting before car accident that killed woman
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsOne of the most popular tools that has changed the way people communicate is using cell phones to text instead of calling. Unfortunately, this technology has also lead to more than one fatal car accident due to drivers using text while driving. Recently, a trial has been set for a Pennsylvania woman who was allegedly texting […]
A distracted driver risks other’s lives in car or truck accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 9, 2017 | Blog, Truck AccidentsPeople all over the country praise the benefits that technology has brought into their daily lives. However, this same technology used at the wrong time can lead to the risk of lives being lost due to a fatal car or truck accident. There are many Pennsylvania families who have lost loved ones due to these […]
What kind of compensation can car accident victims get in PA?
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Sep 5, 2017 | BlogA serious car accident can generate a series of negative consequences, not all of them immediately predictable. In addition to taking a toll on your health and emotions, an accident can wreak havoc on your finances. Personal injury lawsuits can help you obtain compensation for the harm you have sustained as a result of the […]
Family walk takes tragic turn after serious car accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Aug 31, 2017 | Blog, Car AccidentsRecently, one calm summer afternoon was the setting for a family of seven who decided to enjoy the day by taking a walk. However, that walk quickly turned into a nightmare after the entire Pennsylvania family was injured in a terrible car accident. While the cause of the wreck is still unknown, the lives of […]