Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
Why Are Out-Of-Court Settlements Common In Car Accident Cases?
After being injured in a Florida car accident, especially one caused by someone else’s negligence, you need to consider all your options to recover the full compensation. Generally, after a car accident occurs due to another person’s negligence, involved parties have two options; settling the case out-of-court, or settling the case in court through… Read More »
Some Of The Most Common Long-Term Negative Effects Of Traumatic Brain Injuries
According to research, motor vehicle accidents are among the common ways individuals sustain traumatic brain injuries. According to the CDC, in 2019 alone, there were approximately 61,000 TBI-related deaths in America. This means that every day, about 166 TBI-related deaths occurred in America in 2019. Since motor vehicle accidents are among the common ways… Read More »
Child Car And Booster Seat/Restraint Laws In Florida
Children cannot make decisions for themselves regarding their safety. Therefore, it is up to states to enact laws to ensure parents and caregivers take necessary steps to protect their children in case of an accident. As a Florida parent or caregiver, it is crucial for you to understand the Florida laws concerning child restraint… Read More »
Brain Stem Injuries In Motor Vehicle Accidents
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle accidents are among the common ways a person may get a traumatic brain injury. Often, when a traumatic brain injury does not result in death, it leads to severe cognitive, physical, and emotional difficulties that usually last for a long time. Damage to… Read More »
How To Deal With Back Pain After A Florida Car Accident?
Unfortunately, damages from auto accidents are not always limited to the vehicles involved. After an auto accident, people end up suffering different types of injuries. Among the list of possible injuries after an auto accident, back injuries rank high. Unfortunately, even though the human back seems solid, it is not designed to absorb the… Read More »