Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Happens After A Car Accident?
Getting into a car accident can be shattering. Not only do you need to repair or replace your vehicle, but you also may need time to recover physically and emotionally. You may also need to spend time negotiating with an insurance company to recoup any financial losses after the wreck. Read on to learn… Read More »
Teen Crashes Jaguar Into Animal Clinic
It can be fun for a teen to drive their parent’s car, especially when it’s a sports car or luxury vehicle. But kids should know to drive these vehicles carefully. Going 100 miles per hour in a busy intersection is a recipe for disaster. This is what recently happened in Leesburg. An 18-year-old took… Read More »
What Are The Most Common Fatal Car Accidents?
Car accidents happen all the time, and some are worse than others. There are minor fender-benders and then there are instances in which a car is totaled or even torn in half, killing the occupants. It’s a scary thing to think about, but you need to be worried about your safety every time you… Read More »
What To Do After A Hit And Run Accident
After a car accident, motorists need to stop and exchange information with others involved. They should also seek medical attention for those who are injured and wait for police to arrive. While most people do perform these duties, not all do. Fleeing an accident scene is very common. In fact, in 2015, there were… Read More »
Teens And Car Accidents
Car crashes are the top cause of death for teens, just behind firearm accidents. Thousands are killed every year and hundreds of thousands more are injured in car accidents. Teens have a high risk of getting into a crash because they lack experience. A 16-year-old or 17-year-old still has an undeveloped brain. They lack… Read More »
Preserving Your Rights In A Florida Car Accident
Being in a car accident can be extremely jarring, especially if you have extensive injuries or have to replace your vehicle. Your first priority should always be making sure that your health and safety are checked out. However, when you’re recovering from a Florida car crash, you also should think about how you can… Read More »
How Can Tractor Trailer Accidents Be Prevented?
A number of tractor trailer accidents in Florida have made the news in July 2022. At the beginning of the month, the driver of a tractor trailer lost control over the vehicle and struck several cars before coming to a stop on Interstate 95. Local police say the driver was suspected of being under… Read More »
NHTSA Issues Report On Automatic Driving Vehicles
Automatic or self-driving cars are no longer a futuristic, science fiction dream. Hundreds of car manufacturers across the world now have self-driving cars that can go into autopilot mode. This type of autopilot system can control a car’s speed, braking, and steering. However, we haven’t fully entered a Jetsons-like future yet. In June 2022,… Read More »
Good Samaritan Killed When Stopping To Help Another Driver
On June 13, 2022, a Jacksonville resident was sadly killed after stopping to help another driver. The Miami Herald reported that a driver of a pickup truck was the victim of a hit and run accident. The pickup truck was hit so hard, it spun around. A 46-year-old woman parked along the road to… Read More »
Tips For Safe Bicycle Riding In Florida
Summer is here. Few things are better in the Sunshine State than taking your bicycle out for a spin. Unfortunately, Florida leads the nation for bicycle fatalities. Here are some tips for bicyclists and drivers to keep the roads safe. How bicyclists can stay safe on the roads Bikers should make sure their vehicles… Read More »
