Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Afford Legal Representation?
If you were involved in a Florida car crash, it is possible you are not sure how to move forward as your medical bills pile up and you are unable to earn an income due to your accident injury. The combination of lost wages and high hospital expenses lead many families to believe they… Read More »
Video May Help Your Personal Injury Claim
If you are moving forward with a personal injury claim, a key component is proving the injuries you sustained were a direct result of another entity or person’s negligence. The other party is not liable unless they have the responsibility of a duty of care. It is the duty of a car driver to… Read More »
Things Florida Pedestrians Should Do After an Accident
Often, people are so familiar with the routes they take that they cross streets as soon as a light turns green. They may not think they need to be cautious. After all, aren’t all of the cars on the street following the traffic signals and laws? Unfortunately, not all cars are behaving in a… Read More »
Driving After an Accident
After a car accident, some find they are no longer comfortable driving. This can be true because injuries were sustained, but there are also times when people are psychologically impacted even if they walked away from the event without any physical harm. Some drivers find themselves driving more cautiously, others find they are avoiding… Read More »
Long-Lasting Impacts of Miami Car Accidents
Car crashes can happen in a second, but the results of the accident can extend over years. There are times when a person who is injured in a car wreck requires medical care for a lifetime. Families who lose family members suffer from emotional distress and heartbreak. Coping with medical expenses alongside pain and… Read More »
Malnourishment and Florida Nursing Homes
When a person is not getting enough nutrients, health issues can arise or exacerbate. For example, malnourishment can result in a decline in cognitive abilities, elevated danger of tripping and falling, and a weakening of the immune system. All of these concerns are often already present for individuals who are nursing home residents. After… Read More »
Dangers of Electric Cars in Florida
For pedestrians in Miami, Florida’s electric cars can be risky. It is always important for a pedestrian to be tuned in to their surroundings, and they often do this through their hearing and sight. Municipal vehicles alert pedestrians with flashing lights, for instance. Similarly, there are back-up alerts that sound when commercial trucks move… Read More »
Florida Whiplash Injuries Lead to Real Suffering
In popular culture, such as on television programs and in movies, whiplash injuries are often portrayed as a fake injury, something a person acts out to try and obtain financial gain. For example, they will show a person who is able to live their life free of pain who suddenly puts on a neck… Read More »
Indicators of Road Rage Drivers
Everyone who drives can experience frustration or anger from time to time. It can happen if you are late for an appointment and are stuck behind a car driving slowly, for instance. Or maybe some cuts you off unexpectedly, almost causing a collision. But it is important to calm yourself to keep everyone safe…. Read More »
Does My Miami Claim Include Recoverable Damages?
After an injurious event such as a car crash in Florida, recoverable damages may be part of your personal injury claim. This could include compensation for damaged property, lost income, and medical expenses. While a monetary compensation does not return your life to how it was prior to the accident, it can be helpful… Read More »