Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Dangers Posed By Unqualified Florida Truck Drivers
When you are driving on Florida roads, you usually assume that each motorist behind the wheel is qualified to drive. The last thing you expect is for an unqualified motorist to be behind the wheel. But, unfortunately, not every driver in Florida is qualified to be behind the wheel. All unqualified drivers are extreme… Read More »
Is It Wrong To Admit Fault After A Florida Car Accident?
According to the FLHSMV, by June 2, 2021, Florida had witnessed more than 140,000 car crashes. Also, as of June 2, 2021, the number of fatalities stood at 1,358, and the number of injury crashes stood at 61,067. With such statistics, it is evident that if you are a Florida motorist who drives on… Read More »
The Backseat Of Your Car Is Not Necessarily The Safest Place In Your Car
According to a report released by the IIHS, sitting in the rear seat doesn’t mean you are safer than the person in the front seat. A person seated in a rear seat can still suffer serious injuries. Unfortunately, more often than not, people assume that a backseat is safer than a front seat. Because… Read More »
Florida Truck Accidents: 4 FAQs
Truck accidents and truck accident claims can be complicated due to the several at-fault parties involved. Also, they are quite dangerous, and, many times, these accidents lead to severe injuries. If you or someone you love or know, was involved in a Florida truck accident, you are most likely asking yourself many questions. Because… Read More »
Proving Your Whiplash Claim In Florida
Whiplash is one of the common car accident injuries. It is a type of soft tissue injury that is mainly associated with rear-end collisions. However, although whiplash is often associated with car accidents, you can suffer such an injury in another type of accident. A whiplash injury is a type of neck injury. In… Read More »
4 Of The Most Dangerous Types Of Auto Accidents
Any auto accident can lead to injuries. However, some car accidents are considered more dangerous than others. These dangerous car accidents often lead to severe or even fatal injuries. After suffering a severe injury in an auto accident, your life may end up changing in many ways. It is vital that you know about… Read More »
Structured Settlements In Personal Injury Cases
If you suffered serious injuries in a Florida accident because of someone else’s negligence, it is your legal right to pursue compensation from the negligent party or their insurance company. You can work with an attorney to either settle your case outside court or through a trial. An experienced personal injury attorney should advise… Read More »
Understand What A Letter Of Protection (LOP) Is And Why You Would Need One In A Florida Car Accident Case
After being involved in a Florida car accident because of another person’s negligence and suffering severe injuries, it is usually up to a victim to cater for their medical expenses as they wait for reimbursement. A plaintiff generally cannot receive reimbursement for medical expenses unless they have already sought medical help and can prove… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Ride-Share Accident To Ensure You Protect Yourself And Your Rights
Undoubtedly, ride-share companies such as Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the transportation system in Florida. Ride-share companies offer convenience, safety, and affordability. Unfortunately, while ride-share companies offer all these benefits and take time to verify drivers, accidents involving Uber or Lyft drivers are quite common. However, unlike the case of an accident involving a… Read More »
Here’s Why You Should Seek Medical Treatment Within 14 Days Of Your Florida Motor Vehicle Accident
The first thing you should do after a motor vehicle accident is to seek medical attention. Even when you believe you haven’t been injured, you need to seek medical help as soon as possible after your accident because failure to seek medical assistance after a car accident can bear negative consequences. For example, if… Read More »