Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Orlando Car Accidents Cause Economic and Non-Economic Damage
After a car accident, there can be high expenses and a lot of personal pain. If you are considering moving forward with a personal injury claim, you may need to assess what economic damages and non-economic damages have been sustained. In Florida, it is a requirement that all drivers have No-Fault Benefits (otherwise known… Read More »
Thanksgiving Is a Dangerous Day to Drive
When Thanksgiving comes to mind, people do not typically think of injuries. Most people focus on friends, family, traditional foods, and conversation. But the truth is Thanksgiving Day can be an incredibly dangerous day. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), Thanksgiving Day is a high risk day for car accidents…. Read More »
Car Accidents Can Result In Broken Bones
When cars collide, there can be severe injuries, including fractures or broken bones. Crashes can create significant force that severely impact a person’s body. This is one of the reasons bone breaks are a common car accident injury. That said, there are times when bones break due to other accidents as well, including workplace… Read More »
Orlando Car Accidents and Damaged Vehicles
After an Orlando car accident, drivers of damaged vehicles connect with insurance companies to find out how the car damage will be dealt with. It is common for insurance companies to pay out for car repairs. But, what if the car was damaged before the collision? An insurance adjuster could deny a claim because… Read More »
Physical and Mental Distractions When Driving In Orlando
There are many forms of distracted driving, a phrase that refers to a driver engaging in activities that take their attention away from the task of driving. While cellphones are a distraction, they are not the only problem. It is common for drivers to experience a physical or mental distraction when operating a vehicle…. Read More »
Take Photos or Videos After a Car Crash
Memories fade and it can be difficult to rely on individual recollections when an event is emotional and traumatic, which is true of many car accidents. This is why photographs and videos are extremely important when moving forward with a personal injury claim. With images, it may be possible to reconstruct how the car… Read More »
Tire Failures In Orlando Lead to Car Accidents
When a vehicle is in motion and a tire fails, there can be severe injuries. It is estimated that almost 11,000 accidents are due to tire failure every year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were over 730 fatalities in 2017 because of tire-related crashes. Individuals can be harmed when their… Read More »
Florida Regulations Are In Place for Commercial Trucks
There are state and federal regulations in place that govern commercial truck operators. And it makes sense; steady truck drivers are needed to keep Florida roads and highways safe. The weight of a commercial truck is extremely high, sometimes as heavy as 80,000 pounds. To reduce the risk of accidents, property damage, physical injuries,… Read More »
Did a Driver’s U-Turn Cause Your Orlando Car Accident?
U-turns can be done safely and efficiently, but there are also times when drivers perform U-turns recklessly. After all, shifting direction and steering a vehicle 180 degrees in the opposite direction can be surprising to others on the road if they are not aware that a U-turn is going to be made. There are… Read More »
Head-On Car Accidents In Orlando
In Florida, there are thousands of car accident victims every year. Accidents can result in severe injuries and fatalities. When cars make impact head on, accidents can be incredibly scary events. The data is staggering. In 2018, there were over 236,000 injuries due to car accidents in the state of Florida. There are many… Read More »
