Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Take Steps To Prepare For A Talk With A Claims Adjuster
When attending to the details following a car accident, including injuries and assessing property damage, you may be caught off guard when an insurance company representative reaches out. After all, an adjuster may contact you far earlier than you expected. Staying calm and preparing yourself for the call can be helpful. Then, you can… Read More »
Filing A Claim After A Single-Vehicle Miami Crash
People often think of car accidents as being multi-vehicle events but there are instances of single-car crashes. This can happen if you were to hit a building, guardrail, or tree, for example. Single-vehicle accidents can lead to high expenses for property damage repairs, and injuries could require medical care. While the driver of the… Read More »
Assumed Risk Florida Sport Event Injuries
Adults and children in Florida and around the U.S. enjoy watching sports teams compete. For some families, they prefer to root for their favorite teams from the comfort of their own home, watching games on televisions and computers. But others choose to watch as many games as possible in person. After all, attending a… Read More »
Determining Liability After An Accident Involving A Car And A Jogger
With warm weather throughout the year, many who live in Florida choose to exercise outside. Going for a run is a popular form of exercise for many in South Florida. While this can be a healthy way to get fit and reduce stress, sharing streets with cars does carry risk. If you were in… Read More »
Steps To Take After Slip Or Fall Injury
Injuries from a slip or fall can be serious. Some accident victims find themselves coping with painful fractures, back injuries, and head trauma. If the accident occurred because a property owner was negligent, the injured party has a right to compensation. After all, there may be high medical fees and other losses to address…. Read More »
Legal Options After A Miami Hit And Run Accident
Even if you have never been in a car accident, you know that if one were to occur it is essential that you stop and exchange contact information and insurance information with others involved in the event. You are legally obligated to do so, plus it is the correct thing to do. That said,… Read More »
Have Car Repairs Done By A Professional
After a car crash, it is possible your car will need auto body repairs. It is common for people to work on cars as a hobby. If this is true for yourself or someone in your family or social circle, you may be considering fixing your car accident damage yourself. This is not recommended…. Read More »
What To Do After A Late-Night Accident
There are accident risks when driving at night, and getting in a collision after dark can be particularly scary as it may be difficult to see what happened and if there are any injuries. Because of low light, drivers may misjudge the distance between themselves and a hazard, even when headlights and traffic lights… Read More »
Is It Possible For A Lawyer To Not Take My Case?
If you are seeking legal assistance after an injury, it is important you work with a lawyer you trust. Someone who understands your situation and is able to see a path to a better future. If an attorney does not think they can help you, they may not take your case. This is not… Read More »
Someone Hit My Car And Left Without A Note
Seeing that your car has been hit as you leave a grocery store or your office is not uncommon, unfortunately. Too often parked cars are hit and the person who did the damage drives away. The damage that is left behind can be costly, repairs range from fixing as scratch to major body work…. Read More »