Bus accidents: Are you at risk?
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Mar 20, 2019 | Blog, Bus AccidentsMany Pennsylvania residents are fortunate enough to live in an area that has plenty of public transportation available. These days, especially in urban areas, there is a growing shift away from owning a personal vehicle. Many people have chosen to take advantage of ride-share programs, rental vehicles or public transportation to get from place to […]
SUV accidents: The deadly truth
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Mar 13, 2019 | Blog, Suv AccidentsThe clocks have sprung forward, and Pennsylvania residents are looking forward to nice weather and longer days. After being cooped up for months, the prospect of getting out and about is certainly a tantalizing notion. Unfortunately, getting behind the wheel always carries a risk. Each year, car, truck, and SUV accidents continue to claim lives across […]
Bus accidents: A parent’s worst nightmare
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Mar 7, 2019 | Blog, Bus AccidentsPennsylvania families often rely on school buses to shuttle children back and forth to school each day. When a child boards a school bus, his or her life is in the hands of the bus driver, and parents can only hope the driver will do everything possible to get a child to his or her destination […]
Bizarre car accident leaves fellow motorists shaken
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | | Blog, Car AccidentsPennsylvania drivers might admit that when they see the police signaling to pull over in the rear view mirror, the nerves kick in. Even when a driver is not certain why the police might be stopping him or her, it is important to comply according to the law. If a driver attempts to evade law […]
What to do when a family member is killed in an auto accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 27, 2019 | Blog, Car AccidentsPennsylvania residents know that there are all different types of families. No matter if a family unit is large, small, blended, close-knit or separated by distance, there is a common thread. To many people, family is the most important thing. Naturally, each family will experience welcoming new members and, sadly, mourning the passing of members […]
Repeat offender causes serious car accident
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 22, 2019 | Blog, Car AccidentsBeing convicted of a DUI can result in serious penalties, such as jail time, fines and suspension of one’s drivers license. Apparently, some offenders just never learn. Drivers that put other motorists at risk by continuing to drive under the influence are a serious threat to law-abiding citizens, unknowingly at risk to be hurt in […]
Semi truck accident injures family on Pennsylvania Turpike
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 21, 2019 | Blog, Truck AccidentsMany Pennsylvania drivers get nervous when they must travel on a highway. The high speeds and heavy traffic can result in crashes. A truck accident can be particularly devastating due to the size of the truck. Recently, a family of five was traveling on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Unfortunately for the unsuspecting family, a wheel flew off […]
Apps to prevent distracted driving
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 20, 2019 | Blog, UncategorizedDistracted driving takes many forms, but the most common way it manifests in today’s world is through texting and driving. Since 2013, the rate of distracted driving citations issued in Pennsylvania has increased by 172 percent. Citations are certainly preferable to getting in a car accident as a result of texting and driving. Despite people knowing the […]
Semi truck accident consequences can be life-altering
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 13, 2019 | Blog, Truck AccidentsBeing sandwiched between two big rigs on a Pennsylvania highway is a scary experience. A semi truck accident between a big rig and a passenger car often serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of drivers and passengers occupying smaller vehicles in these situations. Answers to the question of who is to blame vary, […]
Passengers killed in motorcycle accidents deserve justice
On behalf of Hof & Reid LLC | Feb 7, 2019 | Blog, Motorcycle AccidentsPennsylvania boasts some of the most scenic highways and byways in the nation, and has a long-standing reputation as a state with a thriving community of motorcycle enthusiasts. Many bikers attest that going for a motorcycle ride on a nice day can’t be beat, and some choose to share the thrill by taking a passenger […]