Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Injuries In Florida Truck Accidents
Truck accidents happen quite a lot in Florida, and unfortunately, most truck accidents result in serious injuries or death. According to the IIHS, this is mainly because of how huge, and heavy trucks are. Trucks also have greater ground clearance, which can lead to smaller vehicles under-riding trucks in accidents. Fortunately, when a truck… Read More »
Third-Party Liability In Work Injury Cases
Most workers in Florida are covered under workers’ compensation insurance. When a worker covered under workers’ compensation insurance sustains a work-related injury, they can file a workers’ compensation claim and recover workers’ compensation benefits. By accepting workers’ compensation benefits, an injured employee gives up their right to sue their employer for any negligence that… Read More »
How To Maximize Your Compensation In A Florida Scooter Accident Case
With the growing use of scooters in large cities like Florida, scooter accidents have become quite common. Unfortunately, scooter accidents can result in serious injuries. Some common injuries in scooter accidents include head injuries, facial injuries, and fractures. If you sustained injuries in a Florida scooter accident because of someone else’s negligence, you have… Read More »
No Recovery No Fee: What Does This Mean?
As you might have noticed, websites belonging to personal injury attorneys contain the phrase “No Recovery No Fee” or other phrases that mean the same thing, such as “No Fees if No Recovery” and “No Fees Unless We Win.” Our website, for example, contains the phrase, “No Recovery No Fee.” So, what do these… Read More »
How An Attorney Can Help You After A Hit-And-Run Accident
According to Florida Statute 316.061, any motorist involved in an accident resulting in property damage is required to stop their vehicle at the accident scene, or somewhere close to the scene and fulfill the requirements of Florida Statute 316.062. Unfortunately, some motorists do not abide by the law. Some drivers do not stop at… Read More »
Tips To Avoid Scooter Accidents
Even though scooters can serve as a great alternative to four-wheeled vehicles, they carry serious risks. The most serious risk of riding a scooter is the risk of being involved in an accident with a four-wheeled vehicle and suffering serious injuries or even death. According to one particular USA Today article, electric scooter injuries… Read More »
What You Should Expect If Your Car Accident Case Goes To Trial In Florida
The majority of personal injury cases are settled outside court before a lawsuit is filed. And of the personal injury lawsuits that do get filed, most are resolved before trial. Research shows that approximately 95% of pending personal injury lawsuits end in a pre-trial settlement. So, if you were injured in a Florida car… Read More »
Will I Pay Taxes On My Car Accident Settlement In Florida?
If you were injured in a Florida car accident because of another party’s negligence and are considering pursuing compensation, you may be wondering if you will pay taxes on your car accident settlement. You may be worried that taxes will consume the settlement you will recover. So, will you pay taxes on your Florida… Read More »
Questions To Ask A Scooter Accident Lawyer
Scooters are pretty popular in the Florida Keys. These vehicles are convenient and fun, which is why they are quite popular among residents and tourists. However, scooters carry risks, the most serious being the risk of serious injuries or death when an accident happens between a car or truck and a scooter. Fortunately, if… Read More »
Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Truck Drivers?
Driving large trucks is one of the largest occupations in America. It is estimated that over 3.5 million people work as truck drivers in the U.S. Unfortunately, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and other large trucks are involved in numerous crashes, often resulting in serious injuries. Besides suffering injuries in truck accidents, truckers can suffer injuries in… Read More »
