Category: Hit and Run

Hit-And-Run Driver Charged After Fatal Death Of A Four-Year-Old In A Stroller

Pedestrian accidents are far too common in St. Louis. There is a much higher risk involved when a pedestrian is hit by a car or truck, and the accident is more likely to have fatal consequences. That is exactly what happened in St. Louis County following a recent hit-and-run. Four-Year-Old Dies in Hit-and-Run A mother was […]

Written by on November 5, 2019

Multiple Victims Hospitalized After Hit and Run

Recently in West Alton, 6 people were hospitalized following a hit and run accident on U.S. Highway 67. The St. Louis hit and run lawyers at Hoffman and Gelfman want you to be aware of these dangers so you can keep yourself and your family protected from careless drivers. F150 Towing Camper Run Off the […]

Written by on September 20, 2018

Road Rage: What to Do If You Are Threatened by a Driver on the Road

Road rage is a common problem in St. Louis. Whether you’re on the highway, or you’re driving the city streets, you’re going to come across aggressive drivers. Unfortunately, raging drivers often cause accidents. However, that doesn’t mean you need to end up being a victim. There are some ways you can respond to keep yourself […]

Written by on July 5, 2018

Steps to Take After a Hit and Run Car Accident in St. Louis

Left in shock after a hit-and-run driver carelessly sped away, leaving you to face the consequences alone? The St. Louis personal injury lawyers at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to know there’s still something you can do about it! 1. Get witness information.Were there witnesses? Traffic cameras? Immediately gather essential contact information including name, phone, […]

Written by on January 25, 2018

Could This be a Legal Precedent for Auto and Truck Accident Settlements?

In Canada, an alarming trend has been noted in the justice system. Drivers at fault for hit-and-run deaths are walking away with little more than a slap on the wrist and victims’ families are up-in-arms. With careless driving on the rise in the U.S., often due to technological distractions, the St. Louis personal injury attorneys […]

Written by on August 15, 2017

Motorcyclist Sent by Air Evac Helicopter to Hospital After Accident

Back in May, a Festus man was hurt while riding a motorcycle on Highway 61 north of Wentzville in St. Charles County. Managing a motorcycle on area roadways can be tricky, and the St. Louis personal injury attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to be aware of these risks. Motorcycle MysteryMissouri State Highway Patrol […]

Written by on August 1, 2017

Police Search for Hit and Run Driver with Four in the Hospital

A hit and run accident has shaken the people of Springfield, according to an article on the Ozarks First website. Hit and run accidents are certainly not uncommon in St. Louis, or in the State of Missouri. In fact, they are a serious problem. In this particular case, the pickup truck that caused the accident […]

Written by on June 13, 2017

St. Louis Pedestrian Accident: Man Struck While Riding Scooter in Hit and Run

There are many accidents in St. Louis every week, and far too many of them are hit and run incidents. One recent hit and run involved a man who was riding a motorized wheelchair or scooter, according to a recent article on the Fox2Now St. Louis website. The collision occurred about about 12:45 am near […]

Written by on December 29, 2016

Fatal Pedestrian Hit and Run Accident Occurs in St. Louis

Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable people on the road. With nothing to shield them from oncoming cars and trucks, they’re at a high risk for serious injury or even death. According to an article on the Fox2Now St. Louis website, a recent hit and run accident involving a sedan and a pedestrian resulted […]

Written by on December 15, 2016

Four Injured After Hit and Run Crash in St. Louis

Accidents happen frequently in St. Louis, but hit and run crashes are often the worst. Fortunately, police officers are very good at finding the people behind these crashes, and a recent accident was no exception. According to an article on the St. Louis Post-Dispatch website, a twenty-four-year-old man was recently charged after leaving the scene […]

Written by on December 1, 2016