Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Do’s and Don’ts of Florida Hit and Run Accidents
When a driver hits another vehicle, property, pedestrian, cyclist, or motorcyclist and fails to stop, it is called a hit and run. In Florida, it is illegal for a driver to hit someone or something and run away. According to Florida law, a driver should stop if they are involved in an accident that… Read More »
Do Car Accident Attorneys Take Cases Without Upfront Payment?
After a Florida car accident, it is in your best interest to contact a car accident attorney. A car accident attorney can help you take legal action after a car crash. They can help you navigate the complex legal process. However, you might be under the impression that you must pay a car accident… Read More »
Most Common Injuries in Drunk Driving Accidents
It is not advisable to drive after consuming alcohol. Alcohol can impair a motorist’s ability to drive safely. Even at blood alcohol levels that are within the state’s legal limit, alcohol can negatively affect a person’s ability to drive safely. Alcohol can cause, among other things, impaired vision, reduced concentration, reduced reaction times, drowsiness,… Read More »
Pedestrian Safety: Some Tips To Help You Stay Safe at Night
Pedestrian crashes are quite common in Florida. According to FLHSMV, in 2022, there were 10,198 pedestrian crashes in Florida. Pedestrian accidents can happen at any time of the day. However, research suggests that the risk of pedestrian accidents increases at night. Drunk drivers, drunk pedestrians, fatigued drivers, fatigued pedestrians, speeding, and poor visibility are… Read More »
Should You Sign the Medical Records Release Form Sent by The Insurance Company?
After suffering injuries because of another party’s negligence, you can recover financial compensation from the negligent party through a personal injury claim. During your personal injury case, you may receive a medical records release form from the at-fault party’s insurance company. The insurance company will ask you to sign this form. When you receive… Read More »
What To Do if Your Car Catches Fire
According to research, in 2021, there were about 174,000 highway vehicle fires in the United States of America. Unfortunately, when car fires happen, the results can be catastrophic. Car fires can cause severe injuries and death. There are several ways a car fire can occur. Some car fires are caused by collisions, and others… Read More »
How To Manage a Miami Car Accident Claim?
If you are involved in a Miami car accident because of the negligence of another party, you can file a car accident claim and recover compensation from the negligent party. If you have never had to file a car accident claim, trying to manage your claim can leave you feeling confused. This article shares… Read More »
Can an Attorney Help You Get Better Results After a Car Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a Florida car accident because of another party’s negligence, you can recover financial compensation by filing a car accident claim against the negligent party. If you’re considering filing a car accident claim against an at-fault party, you might be wondering if you need to hire an attorney. You might… Read More »
What To Expect Physically After a Car Accident
You can suffer a wide range of injuries in a car accident. Whether you are in a minor accident or a high-speed collision, injuries can occur. However, you might not realize immediately after your accident that you are injured. After a car crash, your body releases adrenaline. While adrenaline plays a crucial role in… Read More »
The Physical and Psychological Effects of Drunk Driving Accidents
Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents are quite common in the United States of America. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 37 people in the U.S. are killed in drunk driving accidents daily. The NHTSA approximates that in 2021 alone, over 13,000 people died in drunk driving crashes in the U.S. Unfortunately,… Read More »