Author Archives: Jay Butchko
I Had a Car Accident in Florida – What Happens Next?
When you think about major car accidents, you probably don’t anticipate that it could happen to you. But unfortunately, drivers find themselves involved in serious car accidents on Florida roads every single day. Therefore, it is important for every driver to be prepared with knowledge about how to act in the aftermath. If you… Read More »
The Importance of Yielding When Someone Else Has the Right-of-Way
There are clear rules of the road concerning yielding to other drivers in certain circumstances outlined in Florida law such as: At a four-way stop, the vehicle who got there first has the right of way. If two vehicles get there at the same time, the vehicle to the right should enter the intersection… Read More »
Be Honest With Your Personal Injury Attorney
After finding themselves injured in a Florida car accident, many people who choose to pursue a personal injury lawsuit worry that things from their past will come back to haunt them. Whether this hesitation comes from resentment, embarrassment, or even fear at the thought of sharing personal information, accident victims routinely make the mistake… Read More »
The Impact of Hit and Run Accidents
CBS Tampa Bay recently reported that the Traffic Homicide Unit of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation into the fatal hit and run of a pedestrian in Fort Meade, Florida. The preliminary investigation by authorities revealed that the victim, who remains unidentified, was likely walking or standing in the outside lane… Read More »
The Problem With Older Drivers and New Car Technology
According to an article published recently by the Palm Beach Post, an older driver recently died three days after being injured in a crash. The 90-year-old man incurred the injuries that turned out to be fatal when his vehicle struck two curbs and a tree while he was reportedly driving in the wrong direction… Read More »
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Case?
If you have been injured in one of Florida’s many annual car accidents, you are likely very stressed out. Between the medical bills from just the ambulance and hospital, expensive prescriptions, and likely being unable to work and support your family, it is totally understandable if you have a lot on your mind. And… Read More »
Nausea After a Car Accident
There are currently over 17 million drivers on the road in the Sunshine State. Unfortunately, many of these people eventually find themselves becoming involved in a Florida collision that leads to unexpected damages. For example, the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has reported that in 2018 alone, there were upwards of 403,000 car… Read More »
Avoiding the Risks of Home Fires
In a tragic twist of irony, Local 10 News has reported that a retired Miami firefighter recently died in a Cooper City house fire. According to Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue, nearly 30 firefighters responded to the single-family home fire where heavy gray smoke was billowing out of the house. The fire was primarily located… Read More »
Understanding Truck Collisions
Bay News 9 has reported that a semi-truck accident recently caused traffic on I-275 to shut down in both directions. According to authorities, a semi-truck and car collided which caused fiery debris to drift across lanes on both sides of the interstate. The driver of the car was trapped inside but was also reportedly… Read More »
How To Expedite Legal Action in Your Personal Injury Case
If you have been injured in any kind of a Florida accident that looks like it was someone else’s fault, you might be wondering what to expect in a typical personal injury case and how long it takes for the process to be finished. Even after you have made the wise decision to entrust… Read More »