Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Dangers of Tire Explosions
Most of us have driven by the remnants of an exploded tire on the freeway at some point in our lives. While they may have only warranted a passing glance at the time, tire explosions are more common and more dangerous than most people realize, especially in Florida, with its warm weather and sometimes… Read More »
What Documents do I Need to Pursue a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
When someone is injured through a healthcare professional’s negligence, he or she will need to provide an attorney with documentation to support any claims of negligence. Failing to provide adequate evidence, on the other hand, can be devastating to a claim, so if you want to learn more about how to begin building a… Read More »
New Florida Law Aims to Address Nursing Home Abuse
Recently, Governor DeSantis signed a new measure into law that aims to help identify systemic problems in nursing home care and reduce the overall risk of nursing home abuse and neglect. Specifically, the law calls for prosecutors, experts in the medical field, and elder care providers in every circuit in Florida to create special… Read More »
Who Pays the Medical Bills After a Car Crash?
One of the first things that car accident victims think about is how they will cover the cost of treating their injuries. The short answer to this question is that the driver’s PIP insurance will cover related medical expenses. However, this coverage will only apply up to the limits of a policy, which can… Read More »
Recovering Lost Wages After an Accident
Those who sustain serious injuries in accidents are often forced to grapple with more than just physical pain and expensive medical expenses. Many accident victims also sustain significant property damage. Motorists who are involved in car accidents, for instance, could end up without access to transportation while their vehicle is being repaired or replaced…. Read More »
Wrong Way Driving Crashes
While all car accidents are potentially dangerous for those involved, certain types of collisions are particularly well-known for almost always have catastrophic results. Wrong way crashes, which occur when a vehicle traveling in a direction against the legal flow of traffic, collides with a vehicle traveling in the proper direction, for instance, tend to… Read More »
The Most Dangerous Roads in Florida
Florida has become one of the most popular destinations in the country for everyone from retirees and college students to tourists and business owners. Over the last few years, however, the influx of visitors and residents has resulted in increased congestion on many of the state’s busiest roads. This, combined with poor road planning,… Read More »
Car Accidents Caused by Right-of-Way Violations
There are some traffic rules that are universally understood. Red traffic lights, for instance, indicate that a driver must come to a full stop. Similarly, drivers should always avoid passing in no-passing zones, and should be careful not to roll through stop signs. Some traffic laws, however, are less clear. Understanding who has the… Read More »
Can I File a Lawsuit if I Was Injured by a Recalled Product?
Florida’s product liability laws allow individuals to file civil claims against companies that manufacture dangerous products. In most situations, these cases revolve around claims of a defect in design, manufacturing, or marketing and typically involve the liability of multiple parties. However, plaintiffs who can establish that they were injured by the product while using… Read More »
Determining Responsibility for Multi-Car Accidents
Road congestion has become an unavoidable part of life in Florida. Unfortunately, heavy traffic also comes with an increased risk of collision, often between more than two vehicles. The injuries sustained in these kinds of crashes tend to be severe, as they force victims to sustain multiple impacts, rather than a single collision, which… Read More »
