Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Dangers Of Left Turn Motorcycle Accidents
Florida is home to, and sees its fair share of visiting motorcycle enthusiasts, many of whom are drawn to the state by its temperate climate and scenic highways. Unfortunately, there are downsides to using motorcycles, whether purely as a mode of transportation or as a hobby, as those who are involved in collisions are… Read More »
The Differences Between Personal Injury Claims And Personal Injury Lawsuits
While the terms claim and lawsuit are often used interchangeably, the reality is that there is actually a clear distinction between these two words. Generally, a claim precedes a lawsuit and is filed with someone’s insurer and if resolved, is done so in an out-of-court setting. If a claim cannot be resolved, however, an… Read More »
Florida’s No-Fault Law Repealed
Florida remains one of only a handful of states that continues to handle auto liability cases using a no-fault standard. Basically, since 1972, drivers who are involved in accidents have been required to file claims with their own insurers to recoup accident-related losses, even if they weren’t at fault for an accident. While this… Read More »
Who Pays For Car Accident-Related Property Damage?
Even those who are lucky enough to escape a car accident without sustaining an injury, will most likely have suffered some kind of property damage. This can leave car accident victims concerned about who will pay for the repair or replacement of their vehicle. There are actually a few different ways to go about… Read More »
Common Types Of Wrongful Death Cases
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences that a person can go through, regardless of the circumstances. It can be especially harrowing, however, when the death was sudden or unforeseen and could have been avoided, but for someone else’s negligence. While no amount of monetary compensation can ever make up… Read More »
Who Is At-Fault For A T-Bone Accident?
While many of those who get behind the wheel of a car are focused on safety and careful driving, there is, unfortunately, a more than good chance that someone else on the road is not. This lack of care reveals itself in the alarming number of car crashes that occur in Florida every year…. Read More »
Calculating Car Accident Settlements
Most car accident cases never make it to trial, but are resolved through out-of-court settlement negotiations. While it is true that settlement proceedings are often less stressful and time-consuming than litigation, they still require complicated calculations and thorough investigations. Determining what qualifies as a fair settlement award is particularly complex and involves a variety… Read More »
Who Is Liable For Rideshare Accidents?
Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft have changed how many of us go about traveling from place to place. However, with the increasing number of rideshare drivers on the road, comes a higher risk of being involved in a collision. Unfortunately, determining who is financially responsible for these kinds of crashes can be complicated,… Read More »
Avoiding A Default Judgment
It comes as a surprise to many people to learn that most legal matters never actually make it to the courtroom and to trial. In fact, many of the cases that actually do go to trial are cut short through the submission of a variety of different motions by either party. One of these… Read More »
When The Other Driver Fails To Tell The Truth About A Car Accident
A driver’s failure to be truthful when reporting the circumstances of a car accident to police, insurers, lawyers, or a jury is more common than most people think, with the at-fault party often fearful of the legal consequences, which range from accruing points on his or her license and having to pay increased insurance… Read More »
