Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Fractures Sustained in Car Accidents
You can suffer various injuries when you are involved in a Florida car accident. One of the most common types of car accident injuries is a fracture. In fact, people sustain fractures in Florida car accidents daily. With more than two hundred bones in the body, fractures can happen in several parts of the… Read More »
Why You Should Consult an Attorney Before Accepting a Personal Injury Settlement
After suffering an injury in an accident because of another party’s negligence, you can recover damages from the negligent party. Because of the financial hardship that comes after an accident, it may be tempting to accept the first settlement offer from the at-fault party’s insurance company. However, it is crucial that you do not… Read More »
Rules for Giving a Deposition in a Florida Personal Injury Case (Part 2)
When giving a deposition in a Florida personal injury case, there are several rules you need to follow. Not following these rules can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Acting in a particular manner, not doing certain things, or saying certain things during your deposition can adversely affect the outcome of your personal… Read More »
What Is the Truck Accident Claim Process?
Being involved in a truck accident can be a traumatic experience. Unfortunately, truck accidents are quite common in the United States of America. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in one year, more than 100,000 large trucks are involved in crashes resulting in injuries, and over 5,000 trucks are involved in crashes resulting… Read More »
How Much Compensation Can a Passenger in a Car Accident Recover?
Every person injured in a car accident because of the negligence of another party can recover compensation. This means that even a passenger can file a personal injury claim and recover compensation after a car accident. However, the truth is that recovering compensation for car accident injuries as a passenger can be complicated. That… Read More »
What To Do After Suffering Head-on Collision Injuries
If you have suffered head-on collision injuries, you don’t have to endure the devastating outcomes alone. You have the right to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation if your accident happened because of another party’s negligence. However, you need to take steps after a head-on collision to strengthen your compensation claim. This… Read More »
How a Psychologist Can Help You After a Motor Vehicle Accident
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), two million people are injured, and over 32,000 are killed annually from motor vehicle accidents. Some of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents include drunk driving, speeding, distracted driving, drowsy driving, and aggressive driving. However, while physical injuries are almost inescapable in… Read More »
Benefits of Seeing a Chiropractor After an Auto Accident
After being involved in an auto accident, you may suffer an injury that results in back pain. Some injuries people suffer in auto accidents that cause back pain include whiplash and spinal cord injuries. Sometimes, you may experience back pain immediately after an auto accident. Other times, it can take hours, days, or even… Read More »
What To Expect at a Car Accident Scene
While your chances of being involved in a car accident depend on several factors, research suggests that for every one thousand miles you drive, your odds of being involved in a collision are 1 in 366. In the U.S., car accidents injure two million people and kill over 32,000 people annually. This is according… Read More »
Your Rights as a Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor in Florida
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when you suffer a blow or jolt to the head. A TBI can also occur if an object goes through the brain tissue. You can suffer a traumatic brain injury in many ways, including auto, motorcycle, workplace, sports, and slip and fall accidents. A traumatic brain injury can… Read More »