Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Bicycle Accident Cases are Different From Other Injury Claims
There are a lot of benefits to living in Florida, which is home to a diverse population, a lot of job opportunities, an interesting culture, and beautiful scenery. The very things that make this such a popular state to live in and visit, however, also make it more dangerous for certain people, including pedestrians… Read More »
How Long Will My Car Accident Lawsuit Take?
When most people think of a car accident claim, they imagine months or even years of a long drawn-out court battle. The reality, however, is that most personal injury cases are resolved through the settlement process in an out-of-court setting. Besides being cheaper and involving less conflict, settlement negotiations also tend to be resolved… Read More »
Poor Road Design Can Cause Accidents
Most car accidents in Florida (and across the country) are the result of human error, like ignoring a traffic signal, speeding, or driving while distracted. Other factors, however, including roadway design can contribute to collisions. When this happens, accident victims can often hold the government agency or private contractor who was responsible for the… Read More »
Driving in the Winter Can be Dangerous
While many of us look forward to the holiday season as a time to reconnect with family members and celebrate traditions, it can also be a dangerous time of year to drive. In fact, the latter months of the year are some of the most dangerous for drivers in Georgia. Read on to learn… Read More »
T-Bone Accidents: Causes, Injuries, and Your Legal Options
T-bone accidents, also known as side-impact collisions occur when the front end of a vehicle strikes the side of another, forming a “T” shape and are one of the most common and dangerous types of car accidents. They usually occur in areas where there are vehicles traveling in multiple directions, like intersections, and are… Read More »
Why Car Accident Victims Shouldn’t Ignore Headaches
Head injuries are one of the most commonly sustained injuries among car accident victims, many of whom strike their heads against the window, steering wheel, or the back of the seat. This kind of trauma can cause serious injuries, many of which manifest as headaches. Whether a headache occurs immediately upon sustaining an injury… Read More »
Future Medical Care Costs Could Affect Your Injury Settlement
Most personal injury cases don’t end up going to trial, but are resolved through the settlement process. This in turn, involves back and forth negotiations between the parties involved in the case, as well as their insurers. When these parties are able to reach an agreement, then the claimant will accept a certain sum… Read More »
What to Know About Airbag Deployment
The government has required vehicle manufacturers to install airbags in all new vehicles since the 1990’s after it became apparent that the use of these devices significantly reduced the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash. Unfortunately, this doesn’t mean that airbag deployment doesn’t come with its own set of risks…. Read More »
Fractured Sternums are a Common Car Accident Injury
Car accidents can and do result in a wide range of injuries. One lesser known injury that is sustained by a surprising number of victims is a fractured sternum. In fact, sternal fractures occur in an estimated seven percent of car accidents, which makes sense when you consider the fact that blunt chest trauma… Read More »
Tampa MOVES Initiative Aims to Create Safer Streets for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Early in August, the city of Tampa announced the implementation of the MOVES initiative, which has been in development for the last three years. It is hoped that, as the first citywide mobility plan, the initiative will go a long way towards improving road conditions, lessening traffic congestion, and making the roadways safer in… Read More »