Author Archives: Jay Butchko
10 Personal Injury Terms You Need To Know
Sometimes, understanding some of the words or phrases personal injury attorneys use can be challenging, especially for someone with no law background. But, as much as clients can leave the technical parts of personal injury cases, including legal jargon, to personal injury attorneys, there are some terms and phrases personal injury victims should acquaint… Read More »
FLHSMV’s Road Trip Checklist And Safety Tips
Road trips are fun and excellent ways of bringing families closer, but the bad news is that apart from road trips being fun and an excellent way for families to bond, a road trip exposes you to many dangers. However, the good news is that you can minimize risks with the help of a… Read More »
Florida Wide Right Turn Truck Accidents
Unfortunately, because of the size and weight of large trucks, truck accidents usually result in severe injuries or death. According to the NSC, in 2019, 118,000 large trucks were involved in accidents resulting in an injury. In the same year, the NSC estimates that over 5,000 people died in large-truck crashes. One common type… Read More »
In Florida, Accumulating Points On Your Driver’s License Is Not A Good Thing
In most circumstances in life, getting points is a good thing. But, as you will get to learn in this article, accumulating points on your driver’s license is not a good thing. In fact, you should avoid getting points added to your driver’s license at all costs. For many motorists, a driver’s license symbolizes… Read More »
Tips To Help You Avoid Drowsy Driving
Drowsy driving is quite common in the U.S., a nation known for its heavy work productivity. According to the CDC, more than a third of Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis. Unfortunately, if you get into a car after not getting enough sleep, you could end up falling asleep at the… Read More »
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 »