Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Drunk Driving Accidents: Can Technology Prevent These Accidents?
Drunk driving is one of the top leading causes of auto accidents. When involved in an accident with an intoxicated motorist, you risk suffering severe injuries that can adversely affect your life. For example, after such an accident, you could stop going to work because of an injury. Missing work can lead to lost… Read More »
Here’s Why You Should Seek Immediate Legal Help if Someone Else’s Negligence Caused Your TBI
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are a leading cause of death among adults and children in the U.S. One of the leading causes of TBI is motor vehicle accidents. Other causes include falls, being struck by an object, and sports injuries. A traumatic brain injury is… Read More »
Other Risks of Auto Accidents in Fort Lauderdale Besides Injuries
In 2020, Broward county, which Fort Lauderdale is a part of, witnessed 12,997 injury crashes. From such numbers, one can understand why, to many people, one of the most obvious risks of auto accidents is physical injuries. Nevertheless, there are several other risks of auto accidents you need to know about. Below are four… Read More »
Should You Settle Your Personal Injury Case Out-of-Court or Go To Trial?
After someone else’s negligence causes an accident that leads to you suffering an injury, you have the right to seek compensation. In Florida, there is more than one way of seeking compensation. If you are wondering how to handle your case, you should talk to a personal injury attorney who can guide you through… Read More »
Some Basics on T-Bone Collisions
Side-impact collisions/broadside collisions, commonly referred to as T-Bone collisions, are among the most dangerous types of auto accidents. A T-bone accident occurs when the front of one vehicle slams the side (left or right) of another, mostly at an intersection. Nonetheless, even though T-bone accidents are most popular at intersections, it is essential to… Read More »
Importance of Medical Records in Florida Personal Injury Cases
Usually, when a client has their first meeting with their personal injury attorney, the first question they ask is, “how much will I get from my claim?” Before answering this question, your attorney is most likely going to ask you about the medical cost you have incurred so far and whether or not you… Read More »
Chain Reaction Collisions: Understand Some Basics
An auto accident can result in lost wages, thousands of medical bills, or car repairs, and, sometimes, a motorist’s PIP coverage may not be enough to cover them. In such a case, a motorist has the right to file a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance company. Establishing liability in an accident involving two… Read More »
Top Excuses Insurance Companies Use Against Plaintiffs After Car Accidents
After being involved in a Florida auto accident, among the many difficult things a driver has to deal with is their insurance company. Unfortunately, even though your insurance company welcomed you with open arms the day you purchased your insurance coverage, it won’t be the same case when you file a claim after an… Read More »
Dealing With Parking Lot Accidents
Florida parking lots are a part of Floridians’ everyday lives. People rarely put much thought into the possibility of being involved in accidents in such spaces. However, a parking lot is just as risky as a highway. According to the NSC (National Safety Council), tens of thousands of crashes occur in parking lots every… Read More »
What Is a Compulsory Medical Examination?
If you sustain a severe injury from an accident in Florida, you can sue and receive compensation from an at-fault party if you prove negligence. When you file a lawsuit, you need to establish; that the accident was the direct cause of your injury and injury severity. You can’t receive compensation if the accident… Read More »