Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Rideshare Accidents and Delayed Onset Injuries
Accidents can result in delayed onset injuries, including collisions that occur when passengers are traveling in Florida rideshare vehicles. Because injuries may not be immediately apparent, it’s important to seek medical assessment even if you aren’t sure if you are hurt or not. Identifying latent injuries is key for your own personal health and… Read More »
Motor Vehicle Accidents Spike During Holiday Weekends
When holiday weekends approach, many eagerly anticipate a chance to unwind, spend quality time with loved ones, and indulge in some much-needed relaxation. For these reasons and others, festivities are often looked forward to, but it’s also important to remember that there are often overlooked dangers lurking on Florida roads during busy travel times,… Read More »
Slip and Fall Cases Connected to Walking Surfaces
The last thing anyone expects as they run errands or go out with friends and family is to be confronted by a slip, trip, or fall. But even when you do what you can to stay as safe as possible, the reality is that there are hazards lurking beneath your feet that can turn… Read More »
Improper Cargo Loads and Accident Risks
When you travel on Florida highways, you are often sharing the road with tractor-trailers. These mammoth vehicles serve a very important purpose, they are essential for transporting goods across the country, but they also pose unique risks when it comes to road safety. For example, when commercial truck cargo is improperly loaded, it is… Read More »
ATV Injuries and Insurance Claims
Sometimes referred to as four-wheelers or quads, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are a popular recreational activity in US regions that enjoy good weather, including the state of Florida. While these vehicles can provide a sense of freedom and offer riders an adrenaline-pumping experience, the exhilaration comes with risks. Healing from the effects of an ATV… Read More »
When Specialist Care is Needed Following a Florida Car Collision
For some car accident victims, the road to recovery involves only a few doctor visits, but in other cases healing demands more than just routine medical attention. There are people who have care from various specialists woven into their car accident recovery treatment plan. When specialist care is needed after an accident injury, financial… Read More »
Right-of-Way Pedestrian Injuries
Right-of-way rules are not just guidelines, they are legal rules in place to ensure the safety of road users, including pedestrians. Yet despite clear regulations, drivers sometimes disregard these rules, leading to devastating consequences for pedestrians and bicyclists. When drivers neglect their safety responsibilities, it puts others using roadways at risk. If you have… Read More »
Rear-End Crashes and Rideshare Vehicles
When a moving-forward vehicle crashes into the back of the vehicle in front of it, the collision is often referred to as a rear-end accident. This type of accident is an unfortunate reality on Florida’s roads, and the rise of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft means rideshare vehicles can be involved in these… Read More »
Rain, Stormy Weather, and Faulty Wiper Blades
Florida is called the Sunshine State for a reason, residents and visitors enjoy a lot of lovely sunny days throughout the year. That said, there are times when the weather changes from clear skies to torrential downpours in the blink of an eye. Because large weather changes affect everyone, including drivers, it is essential… Read More »
Motorcycle Injuries and At-Fault Drivers
For motorcycle enthusiasts, the open roads of Florida are areas of freedom and adventure. While many get a lot of joy out of long motorcycle long rides, the reality is that operating a two-wheeled motorbike comes with inherent risks, especially when sharing the road with larger vehicles. There are things motorcycle operators can do… Read More »
