Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Social Media Use Can Impact Your Injury Case
Social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook provide people with a great way to stay connected, regardless of where they live. Their use has become so common that posting about something that has happened to us is often one of our first reactions after a new experience. While it can feel natural to… Read More »
Calculating The Value Of A Car Accident Injury Claim
There are a lot of benefits to working with an experienced attorney after being involved in a car crash. For instance, it’s generally a lot easier to get an accurate picture of how much a person’s claim is worth with the help of a skilled legal team. By valuing a car crash, you can… Read More »
The Most Dangerous Roads In Florida For Commercial Vehicles
Highways and freeways are some of the most common sites for collisions between passenger vehicles and commercial trucks. Higher speeds, more traffic, and the presence of more trucks all significantly increase the chances that someone will be involved in a truck accident on Florida roadways. To help you avoid being involved in this type… Read More »
Can Multiple Individuals Be Held Liable For A Car Crash In Florida?
No two car accidents are exactly the same. Many, for instance, are the result of one driver violating a traffic law and colliding with another vehicle, while others could be caused by a vehicle defect and involve only a single car. Some of the most dangerous car accidents, however, involve three or more vehicles…. Read More »
What You Need To Prove To File A Successful Slip And Fall Case
If you were injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, you could be entitled to damages for your medical bills, lost wages, disability, and pain and suffering. This, however, is only possible for those who can prove that a property owner failed to fulfill his or her legal responsibility to… Read More »
Not Wearing A Seat Belt Can Affect The Outcome Of Your Car Accident Claim
The importance of buckling up when driving cannot be overstated. For instance, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that seat belt use saved nearly 15,000 lives in 2017 and could have saved another 2,549. Furthermore, wearing a seat belt isn’t just a good idea in Florida, but is actually legally required. Failing… Read More »
The Costs Of A Florida Car Accident
While most people know that car accidents can be life-changing events, many don’t realize the many direct and indirect ways that a car crash can change a person’s life. There are, for instance, a lot of hidden costs that come to victims of car accidents. By gaining a better understanding of the known and… Read More »
What Evidence Can Be Used To Prove Drowsy Driving?
An alarming number of car accidents are caused by drowsy driving every year. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that there were 91,000 police-reported crashes involving drowsy drivers in 2017 alone. These collisions resulted in an estimated 50,000 injuries and at least 800 deaths. Traffic safety experts, however, believe that… Read More »
The Importance Of Documenting Your Personal Injury
While it may not seem important at the time, one of the most critical things that an accident victim can do is to start documenting his or injuries and costs as soon as possible. Doing so can play a crucial role in demonstrating fault and damages if the victim must seek compensation from the… Read More »
Florida Roadway Hazards You May Encounter After A Hurricane
Much of southwest Florida is still recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, a Category 4 hurricane that caused winds of up to 150 miles per hour. The storm destroyed parts of the west coast of Florida, bringing not only high winds, but also storm surges, and heavy rainfall. An estimated four million… Read More »