Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Basics Of A Slip And Fall Claim
It is a terrible reality that people are injured in slip and fall accidents every day. And trip, slip, and fall injuries can be sustained anywhere, from grocery stores to public sidewalks. Sometimes, if another is at fault, a slip and fall claim can lead to monetary compensation. Whether you are sure you have… Read More »
What Warrants A Personal Injury Claim?
Accidents can happen in an instant, unexpectedly and unintentionally, but the impact of the event can be far reaching. If you were injured in a Florida accident, you may be wondering if you can file a personal injury claim. The answer to if you can file a claim is likely yes if another party’s… Read More »
Chiropractic Care, Neck Injuries, And FL Settlements
Neck injuries, such as whiplash, are an unfortunate reality for many Florida residents who have been involved in a traffic collision. You may be diagnosed with whiplash injuries, which are common when a person’s head is suddenly and forcefully moved, which happens during vehicular accidents. And after a neck injury diagnosis, an advisement to… Read More »
Paralegals Are An Important Part Of A Legal Team
Working with an attorney and their legal team could be a new process for you if you have never been involved in a personal injury dispute. If this is true for you, you may be wondering what a paralegal who is working on your case does and why that work is done by them… Read More »
Reporting Your Car Accident To Your Insurance Company
Letting your insurance company know that you were in a car accident is an essential step when it comes to filing a claim. Additionally, doing so can help protect you from legal action, prevent your insurance rates from increasing, and speed up the process of you receiving a settlement check. If you are not… Read More »
Permanent Effects Of Accident Burn Injuries
Burn injuries range in scope. Some who are burned in an accident can largely recover in a period of weeks and months while others experience permanent effects. Generally, the degree of the burn diagnosis can inform an individual on if any of the effects of the injury will be permanent. For instance, first-degree burns… Read More »
Who Performs A Florida Accident Reconstruction?
After a Florida collision, you may hear of your case being investigated by an accident reconstruction expert. These professionals analyze the circumstances surrounding an accident and come up with a report stating what the contributing factors were and who, if anyone, was at fault. If a case is going to court, these experts provide… Read More »
Scooter Accident Injuries And Liability
Because the weather is often pleasant in South Florida, many take advantage of electric scooters to travel to appointments and personal commitments. While Bird, Lime, and other companies that provide scooters to the public market these vehicles as enjoyable transportation alternatives that are less taxing to the environment, they rarely mention that there are… Read More »
What If I Was Hurt In A Car Wash?
When people go to a car wash, they are typically doing so with the expectation that their vehicle will be quickly cleaned and they will move on to the rest of their day in a freshly-washed ride. But there have been Florida residents and vacationers who have sustained injuries in automatic car washes. If… Read More »
Do I Qualify For A Personal Injury Case Extension?
There are statutes of limitations on how much time you have to take legal action in each state. For slip and fall harm and other events connected to negligence, such as car crashes, Florida has a personal injury statute of limitation set at four years. Following state deadlines is important, but also know that… Read More »