Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Causes Of Bicycle Accidents
Whether you ride your bicycle for exercise or on your daily commute, the unfortunate reality is that you expose yourself to serious risks every time you hit the road with your bicycle. This is mainly because cyclists are usually at the mercy of the vehicles surrounding them on the road. Indeed, a cyclist and… Read More »
How To Win Your Florida Keys Moped Or Scooter Accident
Mopeds and scooters are quite common in the Florida Keys. Unfortunately, with this comes many moped and scooter accidents. Fortunately, a moped or scooter accident victim can file a personal injury claim and recover compensation if their accident occurred due to another person’s negligence. If you have been injured in a moped or scooter… Read More »
Will My Car Insurance Rates Go Up If I Use PIP?
If I make a PIP claim following a car crash that is not my fault, will my rates go up? Car insurance is expensive, especially in the Florida Keys. Logically, no one would want their car insurance rates to go UP following a crash that was not their fault. “Will my insurance rates go… Read More »
Three Crucial Things To Consider Before Settling A Florida Keys Bicycle Accident Claim
Americans have long been known to be the most litigious people in the world. But now, Americans are filing far fewer lawsuits. For example, less than 1,000 people, including alleged victims of inattentive motorists, filed tort lawsuits in 2015. It is said that approximately 5% of personal injury cases go to trial. The remaining… Read More »
Five Steps Of The Florida Keys Personal Injury Claim
After suffering a personal injury in the Florida Keys, the results can be devastating. Fortunately, in Florida, a victim of another person’s negligence has the right to file a personal injury claim and obtain compensation from the at-fault party’s insurance company. Unfortunately, many people do not know the steps involved in a personal injury… Read More »
How Much Can I Get For My Whiplash Injury In Florida?
Whiplash is quite common in auto accidents, and even though whiplash injuries are common among rear-end accidents, it is crucial to note that such injuries can occur in other different types of car accidents. Whiplash can result from head-on collisions, side-impact collisions, or other auto accidents. A whiplash injury can occur when your neck… Read More »
How To Win A Left Turn Accident Case In Florida
Whenever an auto accident happens, it is almost always someone’s fault. In Florida, after an auto accident occurs because of someone’s negligence, the victim has the right to seek compensation. Generally, in the Florida Keys, when an auto accident happens because of another party’s fault or because of a combination of your fault and… Read More »
Dangers Of Using Social Media During Your Florida Personal Injury Case
According to Pew Research Center, almost two-thirds (65%) of American adults use social networking sites. The rise of social media has affected communications patterns around the globe, work, news consumption, dating, and many other things. Even though young adults are the most likely to use social media, Pew Research Center reports that usage among… Read More »
Dos And Don’ts Of Speaking With Insurance Adjusters
Once you file a claim after a Florida motor vehicle accident, you should expect a call from an insurance adjuster. An insurance adjuster/claims adjuster is an individual who investigates claims to determine if or how much an insurance company should pay an accident victim for injuries or damages. Some of the main roles of… Read More »
Injured In A Bicycle Accident? You Are Not Alone.
The Florida Keys are unique, in that many of its residents commute in-and-around town on bicycles, as opposed to cars. Additionally, tourists routinely rent bicycles to explore the city. This results in an increased number of bicycle accidents, not only to our residents but to tourists. Unfortunately, these accidents can be catastrophic. In 2019… Read More »
