Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Can A Lawyer Help With My Car Accident Claim?
A car accident can turn a person’s life upside down in just a matter of seconds. Depending on the seriousness of the crash and the types of injuries sustained, a motorist could find him or herself unable to work, in need of ongoing medical treatment, and forced to give up the activities that he… Read More »
Traffic Fatalities Reached A 16-Year High In 2021
Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released an early estimate of traffic fatalities for 2021. According to the report, an estimated 42,915 people died in car accidents last year, a number that represents an almost eleven percent increase from 2020. This projection is the highest number of fatalities reported by the NHTSA… Read More »
Florida Motorcycle Laws You Should Know
While the weather in Florida is nice almost all year long, the summertime tends to be especially lovely, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that more people, especially motorcyclists, find themselves on the road during these months. Unfortunately, an increase in the number of people on the roads also comes with a higher… Read More »
These Factors Could Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement
All personal injury settlements are unique, so it’s difficult to say what the “average” settlement amount is. There are, however, a few different factors that can impact the value of a claim and by assessing those factors in their own cases, claimants can get a better idea of what amount would be considered fair… Read More »
What Is Loss Of Earning Capacity?
How much a person can recover in damages following an accident depends on a variety of factors, including whether he or she has undergone a loss of earning capacity. This is a term used to describe the amount of money that a person is capable of earning in the future, not how much they… Read More »
The Dangers Of Aggressive Driving
Most of us have experienced frustration or even outright anger while driving. When these feelings veer into aggression, however, the results can be devastating. Aggressive driving accounts for thousands of serious car accidents every year, an alarming trend for anyone who spends time on the road. Identifying Aggressive Drivers There are a few signs… Read More »
Calculating A Bike Injury Claim
Crashes between motorists and cyclists are almost always serious for the cyclist, even when the collision occurred at a low speed. Often, cyclists are left struggling with severe injuries, some of which end up being permanently disabling. Fortunately, injured cyclists who can prove that a driver was to blame for their crash are often… Read More »
3 Ways To Protect Your Car Accident Case
If you suffered an injury in a car crash, you’ll need to work quickly to safeguard your rights and give yourself the best possible chance of a full financial recovery. We’ve included a short list of the three things that can help give you a more favorable legal outcome. Gather Evidence One of the… Read More »
Accidents Caused By Driver Fatigue
While most people have driven while feeling tired, few realize how risky it can be. In fact, drowsy driving often proves to be as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. Driving while fatigued is a form of negligence, which means that accident victims who can prove that their collision was the result of drowsy driving,… Read More »
Drunk Driving Accidents Are Different Than Other Florida Car Crashes
Car accidents caused by drunk drivers are a bit different than other kinds of crashes. Cases caused by drunk drivers, for instance, often involve both civil and criminal cases, while most car accidents are resolved via settlement negotiations or a civil suit. The damages awarded in DUI cases also tend to be higher, with… Read More »