Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Understanding Attorney-Client Privilege In A Personal Injury Case
When hiring a personal injury attorney, people often have questions about the legal process. For example, people often wonder if what they say to an attorney remains confidential. Below, we look at attorney-client privilege in personal injury cases. What Is Attorney-client Privilege in a Personal Injury Claim? Attorney-client privilege is a rule that allows… Read More »
How Long Does It Take To Settle A Truck Accident Claim In Florida?
If you suffered injuries in a Florida truck accident because of no fault of yours, you deserve to be compensated. If you are planning to file a truck accident claim, you might be wondering how long it will take to settle your claim. So, how long does it take to resolve a truck accident… Read More »
Safety Tips For Driving In The Rain
Hazards and risks increase during the wet season, regardless of whether it’s drizzling or raining heavily. According to the FHWA, between 2007 and 2016, more than 550,000 rain-related accidents occurred, resulting in over 200,000 injuries and 2,000 deaths. This article shares some safety tips for driving in the rain. Tips for Driving in the… Read More »
What If The At-fault Driver Offers Me Money At The Accident Scene?
When an at-fault driver offers you money at the accident scene, it can be tempting to accept the offer. Nonetheless, even though it might appear wise to accept the cash, you may want to reconsider. Taking money from another driver at an accident scene could be risky. Read on to learn more. Why Would… Read More »
What Happens If You Verbally Accept A Settlement Offer From The Insurance Company?
After suffering injuries due to the negligence of another party, you need to be careful when dealing with the negligent party’s insurance company. For example, you need to be careful not to say things to the insurance company that can be used against you. Also, if the insurance company reaches out to you soon… Read More »
How Much Should You Settle For After A Truck Accident?
A truck accident can leave you with severe injuries, pain and suffering, lost wages, serious vehicle damage, and many more. Because of the substantial damages associated with truck accidents, it is understandable if, after suffering injuries in a truck accident because of the negligence of another party, you are wondering how much compensation you… Read More »
Commonly Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Cases In Florida
As wrongful death attorneys, we get a lot of questions from clients and potential clients about wrongful death cases. We also get questions about wrongful death cases from people who have not been affected by a wrongful death but are simply seeking information. This article is for you if you have a question about… Read More »
Can I Recover Compensation For Dental Injuries After A Crash?
When people think about motor vehicle accident injuries, they often think of injuries such as broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and back injuries. Dental injuries are usually not the first kind of injuries people think of when it comes to motor vehicle collisions. However, dental injuries occur more frequently in crashes… Read More »
Future Damages In A Florida Personal Injury Case
After suffering injuries due to another party’s negligence, you have the right to recover compensation through a personal injury claim. In a Florida personal injury claim, you can recover compensation for past and present economic and non-economic damages. These damages comprise a significant portion of the damages pursued in a personal injury claim. On… Read More »
What If The Driver Who Caused My Accident Is Lying About What Happened?
After a car accident, the negligent driver is likely going to deny fault. They are likely going to try to blame the other driver. If you were involved in a Florida car accident and the negligent driver is lying to the police or insurance company about what occurred, you are probably wondering what you… Read More »