Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Is Florida An At-Fault Or No-Fault Accident State?
Car accidents are a massive headache, often literally, as well as figuratively. One of the biggest stressors following a car accident is determining liability and getting the coverage that you need. In an effort to side-step this process, Florida is one of only a handful of states to adopt a no-fault process. This is… Read More »
What If Someone Else Gets In An Accident While Driving My Car?
You may not think anything of letting your significant other borrow your car to run an errand, but you’ll be thinking a lot if you find out they got into an accident on their way. Car accidents are stressful under any circumstance, but not knowing whether your policy will cover an accident because someone… Read More »
Common Causes Of Motorcycle Accidents
Boca Raton is one of the most beautiful areas of Florida, and provides an exciting backdrop for motorcyclists. Unfortunately, driving a motorcycle can be very dangerous. In fact, statistics suggest that injuries or death occur in approximately 80% of motorcycle accidents. This means that if you are in a motorcycle accident, you are almost… Read More »
Boca Raton Bus Accidents
Bus drivers are responsible for dozens of lives every day, which is why they are held to a higher standard of care than other drivers on the road as common carriers. If you have been injured in a bus accident, or as the result of a pedestrian-vehicle collision, you likely suffered serious injuries as… Read More »
Car Accident Neck Injuries
Neck injuries can be among the most serious that a person can suffer in a car accident. You may not realize how much you use your neck in just about every motion and activity, until your motion is impaired or limited by pain. If you have suffered a neck injury in a car accident,… Read More »
Boca Raton Scooter Accidents
You’ve likely seen E-scooters scattered along sidewalks. They’ve become a highly popular form of transportation. However, as E-scooter usage continues to increase, so do the number of E-scooter accidents. If you have been involved in an accident with a vehicle while on a vehicle, you may have sustained serious injuries. Riding on a scooter,… Read More »
Whiplash Lawsuits
You may feel lucky to have emerged from a car accident without any visible or obvious injuries, however, it’s important not to overlook whiplash. Right after a car accident, whiplash may just feel like an ache, pain, or discomfort in your neck or shoulder area. It’s important not to take this lightly, and not… Read More »
When Is A Settlement Agreement With An Insurance Company Final?
Personal injury claims arising from motor vehicle accidents are usually resolved by a negotiated settlement with the negligent driver’s insurance company. A settlement is a binding legal contract between the parties. As with any contract, there must be an offer, acceptance, and consideration. Basically, if you offer to settle a personal injury claim for… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Florida Personal Injury Settlements Involving Minors
The most common resolution for a personal injury claim is a negotiated settlement, either directly with the defendant or–as is more often the case–with their insurance company. From a legal standpoint, a personal injury settlement is just like any other contract that binds both sides to its terms. But what if the victim of… Read More »
What Are Some Common Mistakes Florida Residents Make In Personal Injury Cases?
When an accident occurs, the victim often does not have time to stop and carefully think about what steps to take next. That is why you need to educate yourself before something happens. If you’re ever involved in an accident, here are some common mistakes to avoid if you later plan to pursue a… Read More »
