Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Car Crashes And Risks For Pregnant Women
Auto accidents as a result of negligence can lead to serious injuries. This is true for everyone, young and old. And pregnant women involved in a crash can sustain injuries that endanger the health of the unborn child. Even the viability of her pregnancy may be at risk when the collision is forceful. It… Read More »
What If I Know How To Repair My Car?
While personal injury lawyers are skilled at accessing financial awards when a car accident leads to medical expenses, there are situations in which a crash, thankfully, does not cause physical injury. That said, there could still be high expenses in order to get your vehicle repaired or replaced. If you or someone in your… Read More »
Vehicular Braking System Failures
Car crashes are possible when there are vehicular defects, one example of this is when braking systems fail. Catastrophic damage is possible when brakes do not work as they should. Huge hospital fees and other costs and losses can follow. There are new systems that help to alleviate brake failure issues, but many cars… Read More »
Slip And Fall Accidents In Public Spaces
If your injuries were sustained in a Florida public building or space, you may be able to hold a liable party responsible. While there are times when unexpected events happen and nobody is negligent, there are also situations in which structural problems, such as uneven walkways or other risks, should have been fixed by… Read More »
Determining If Someone Acted In Bad Faith
When you regularly pay your insurance bills, you are doing so in order to be protected should an event occur. This is true whether you are paying your homeowners insurance or auto insurance. While it is uncommon, there are times when insurance companies work in bad faith. Working in bad faith essentially means an… Read More »
Alcohol Consumption And Boat Accidents
When friends gather for a fun day out on the water, they need to do so responsibly. While it is legal to have alcoholic beverages on boats in Florida, understanding the risks of boating while intoxicated is essential to having a safe day out on the water. Boat operators need to be sober, never… Read More »
18-Wheelers And Personal Injury Claims
Large tractor trailer truckers are sometimes referred to as 18-wheelers. This is because the entire vehicle is moved along roads and highways on 18 wheels. The part of the truck where the driver sits to operate the semi has one wheel on each side and the large container for hauling product has eight wheels… Read More »
FL Knee Crash Injuries And Compensation
A range of physical harm is possible when cars crash, and because the knee is one of the largest joints of the body, many suffer from knee injuries after a collision. Knee injuries are possible when the joint strikes a hard surface of the car due to the extreme force of an accident, for… Read More »
A Sense Of Security After An Accident
Nobody wants to be injured, and an accident that occurs unexpectedly can be emotionally distressing, financially damaging, and result in a sense of confusion. It is common for accident victims to be unsure where to turn. Rest assured, there are protections in place to help accident victims. If you would like guidance on how… Read More »
Florida Boat And Water Accidents
With so many sunny days and so much water to enjoy, spending a day kayaking, tubing, jet skiing, or on a friend’s boat is a popular recreational activity for Florida residents and tourists who want to take part in water sports. And while spending a day on the water can be filled with fun,… Read More »
