Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Renting A Car After A Car Accident
If your car was damaged in a car accident, especially if it wasn’t your fault, it can feel like an added insult to injury to figure out a rental car while your car was in the shop. Fortunately, rental car companies are aware of this need. They can help you figure out certain logistics… Read More »
What To Know About Rear-End Accidents
Rear-end accidents happen all the time. They can happen in rural areas, urban areas, highways, and city streets. While they are fairly common, they can also be very dangerous, especially when high speeds are involved. Rear-end accidents can be very hard to avoid and the damage can be severe. Common Causes of Rear-End Accidents… Read More »
What Not To Do After A Car Accident
Car accidents happen on a daily basis. While crashes are very common, nobody wants to get involved in them. Even a minor crash can ruin your day. You know what else can ruin your day? Making a costly mistake after an accident. When it comes to car crashes, what you say and do can… Read More »
What To Do After A Dog Bite
Dog bites happen quite frequently. Millions of people are bitten by dogs in the United States every year. They can be caused by a stray dog, a neighbor’s dog, or even your own dog. Dog bites have the potential to be catastrophic or even fatal. Young children and elderly adults are especially at risk…. Read More »
“Drowsy Driving” In Florida Auto Accident Cases – What To Do After A Fatigued Driver Causes An Accident
Along with speeding and drunk driving, “drowsy driving” is one of the leading causes of auto accidents in Florida. Fatigued drivers are responsible for over 3,000 car crashes in Florida each year. These are situations in which at least one of the drivers involved was tired to the point where they lost control of… Read More »
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Many Florida residents enjoy riding their motorcycles on a nice day. While riding a motorcycle can be fun, it can also come with a lot of dangers. These two-wheeled vehicles require different skills to operate properly. They are different from passenger vehicles and much less safe. Motorcycle crashes are often serious due to the… Read More »
Florida Woman Killed After Crashing Into Pole
Sometimes we’re in a hurry to get from place to place—and then we get stuck behind a slow car. This situation can be frustrating, but what can you do? Sometimes you are able to pass the car, but this is not allowed if there are double yellow lines. Some people ignore the lines and… Read More »
Were You Hit By An Uninsured Driver?
Being in any car accident is bad news, but it gets even worse when the driver who hit you didn’t have insurance. If you have been in an uninsured motorist accident, you may be feeling defeated and like you have no options. However, you are not alone in your predicament. Studies show that over… Read More »
Driving Dangers: Animals In The Roadway
Car accidents happen on a daily basis. While most crashes involve other vehicles, millions involve another hazard: animals. If you live in a suburban neighborhood, cats and dogs may be familiar sights on the roadways. In more rural areas, coyotes, deer, rabbits, raccoons, and possums may be more common. And don’t forget that Florida… Read More »
Can I Sue The Bar If I Am Hit By A Drunk Driver?
Drunk driving accidents can be catastrophic, resulting in serious physical and financial injuries. These accidents can be hard to accept knowing that they could have been entirely avoided if not for someone else’s selfish and negligent choice to get behind the wheel while intoxicated. While most people will agree that the drunk driver is… Read More »
