Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Receive Compensation For Lane Change Accident Expenses?
Switching lanes is part of driving, but you need to do so carefully as abrupt, unexpected shifts can lead to accidents. Recovering financial compensation may be possible if you were hurt because of a lane change accident. Talk to a Miami personal injury lawyer about your medical fees and property repair expenses. Fighting for… Read More »
I Own A Business, What Should I Know About Premise Liability?
Opening, managing, and running a business takes a lot of time and energy. It is also common for people to invest their hard earned savings into their business dreams, and this is even knowing the reality that not all businesses make it. According to one report, after five years of opening, half of new… Read More »
Medical Care And The 14-Day Accident Rule
As most Florida drivers are aware, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits can help you pay for expenses after a car accident. But there are rules in place in order for you to access your benefits. For example, PIP will not cover property damage, and any medical expenses you are seeking have to be for… Read More »
Wet Floors Lead To Injuries
Falls depicted in cartoons often occur due to the peels of bananas, marbles rolling on a floor, skateboards, or rugs pulled out from an individual. While these types of slips and falls can be entertaining in popular media, falling in real life can lead to severe injuries. When a slip and fall claim moves… Read More »
What Are CAD And WAD?
All industries have terms and acronyms that are specific to the duties of the profession. This is true in medical fields and in the area of law called personal injury. For example, if you were in a Florida car accident, you may hear the term cervical acceleration-deceleration syndrome or see the letters CAD on… Read More »
Cruise Tickets And Timelines For Claims
Millions of people enjoy cruising. While the industry took a pause during the pandemic, now that cruise passengers have returned to their favorite ways to spend vacations, they are booking cruise holidays as well. And while going out and seeing the world from a large ship can be a wonderful time of memory making,… Read More »
Texting And Driving Laws In FL
Because texting while driving is a known risk for accidents and crash injuries, there are laws in place to discourage drivers from participating in this risky form of distracted driving. For example, the Wireless Communication While Driving Law was enacted to help keep drivers, passengers, and others using Florida roadways safe. When you connect… Read More »
Car Crash Pre-Litigation And Next Steps
Often expenses incurred due to a Florida car crash can be settled during the pre-litigation process. This is a period of time in which the injured party and their attorney negotiate with the insurance companies involved. When a number can be reached that is full and fair, the injured party agrees to the settlement… Read More »
Florida Motorcycle Operators And Safe Riding
Florida motorcyclists are lucky to enjoy weather that is conducive to riding throughout the year. While sunny days and blue skies are the perfect time to get outside and ride on your motorcycle, it is essential you take steps to protect yourself from crash risks and injuries. After all, when the weather is nice… Read More »
What If I’m Offered Cash At An Accident Site?
Not reporting an accident and accepting cash at the scene of an accident may seem like an easy solution at the time, but it can lead to more problems and expenses later. People don’t want to report accidents for a range of reasons. Sometimes an individual is worried about their insurance premiums increasing if… Read More »