Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Information Should Be Exchanged After a Florida Car Accident?
Every driver has a duty to drive responsibly at all times to prevent car accidents. Unfortunately, car accidents are quite common in Florida, with most of these accidents happening because of negligence. According to the FLHSMV, in 2022 alone, there were 396,486 traffic crashes in Florida. Even a few seconds of negligence can cause… Read More »
Debunking Some Common Myths About Traumatic Brain Injuries (Part 2)
If you are involved in an accident, one of the injuries you can suffer is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). In Florida, if you suffer a TBI because of the negligence of another party, you can file a personal injury claim against the negligent party and recover compensation. In one of our previous articles… Read More »
Recorded Statements in Personal Injury Cases
If you have been involved in an accident because of another party’s negligence, you need to know how you should handle things if the insurance company asks for a recorded statement. If the negligent party’s insurance company asks you to give a recorded statement, should you proceed to do so? It is best to… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
Have you suffered an injury because of another person’s fault? Maybe you have been in a motor vehicle or slip-and-fall accident. Either way, you might want to consider hiring a personal injury lawyer. If you have sustained severe injuries because of another party’s negligence, you can file a personal injury claim and recover compensation… Read More »
What Can I Do if the Insurance Company Says I Am at Fault for My Traffic Accident?
According to the FLHSMV, in 2022, there were 395,887 traffic crashes in Florida. While no one wishes to get involved in a traffic accident, it is a reality that many road users have to experience at some point in their life. Fortunately, if you are involved in a traffic crash because of another party’s… Read More »
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 »