Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Steps Should You Take After Being Hit By A Drunk Driver?
According to the NHTSA, approximately 28 people die in drunk driving-related crashes in America every day. This means that about one person dies every 52 minutes. In 2019, the number of drunk driving-related deaths reached the lowest percentage since 1982; however, more than 10,000 people still died. Unfortunately, drunk driving is a serious problem… Read More »
How To Avoid Truck Accidents (For Passenger Car Drivers)
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), most people who die in large truck accidents are passenger vehicle occupants. If you compare the size and weight of trucks to the size and weight of passenger vehicles, it is understandable why this is the case. Large trucks weigh around twenty to thirty times… Read More »
Cargo Tank Truck Rollover Accidents
When it comes to road accidents, cargo tank truck rollovers are among the most dangerous. When a cargo tank truck driver loses control of their truck, the results can be devastating for the people around them. If a cargo tank truck rollover accident does not leave the involved people dead, it will often leave… Read More »
What To Do If A Driver Refuses To Share Their Insurance Information With You After A Car Accident
Florida is a no-fault car insurance state. This means that a motorist is expected to turn to their insurance company for compensation after a car accident. However, sometimes, a driver can step out of the no-fault system and file a claim against another driver’s insurance company. In Florida, a driver can step out of… Read More »
Legal Options For Hit-And-Run Accident Victims In Florida
According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a hit-and-run accident occurs when one person who is involved in an accident; flees the accident scene after giving little or not giving any information or help to the other person(s) involved in the accident; or fails to report the accident. According to the NHTSA, an… Read More »
Can I Obtain Compensation If An Object Falls From A Vehicle And Hits My Car?
As much as driving errors are a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents, it is important to note that crashes occur due to many other reasons. For instance, objects falling from vehicles can lead to motor vehicle accidents. According to a study that was carried out by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, between… Read More »
Car Accident Knee Injuries
Knee injuries are quite common in rear-end, head-on, and side-impact collisions. Unfortunately, a knee injury from a Florida car accident can have devastating effects on a victim’s life. A car accident knee injury can leave you dealing with huge medical bills, unable to go to work, and unable to perform other daily activities. Sometimes,… Read More »
Some Important Facts About Florida’s Statute Of Limitations For Personal Injury Lawsuits
A personal injury is an injury that occurs due to the negligent act(s) of another party. After sustaining a personal injury in Florida, you have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against an at-fault party. However, you must note that a victim of negligence has a limited amount of time to file… Read More »
4 Vehicle Care Tips That Can Help Drivers Avoid Accidents
Proper vehicle maintenance is quite important and can reduce the risk of car accidents and/or personal injuries. As much as you cannot control the actions of other drivers, you can control what you do about your vehicle’s safety. Unfortunately, many people assume that vehicle care is expensive when the truth is that it does… Read More »
Do You Have To Call 911 After A Florida Motor Vehicle Accident?
One thing that habitually follows after a motor vehicle accident is calling 911. After being a victim of a motor vehicle accident, it seems second to nature that you would call the police or ask someone else to do that if you cannot do it yourself. But, do you have to call 911 after… Read More »