Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Florida is Considered the Worst State to Get in a Car Accident says Study
A study released January by WalletHub.com, names Florida the worst state in the nation to get in a car accident, at least where your wallet is concerned. Because of high percentages of uninsured drivers and minimal insurance requirements, a car wreck in Florida, even if it is not your fault, can cost you more… Read More »
Tragic Multi-Vehicle Wreck in Seminole County Results in Loss of Life
One mistake, one misstep and lives can be altered forever. That is the unfortunate lesson from a tragic car accident that occurred at the intersection of State Road 436 and State Road 434 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Reports indicate that a vehicle operated by an elderly woman wound up rear-ending another vehicle causing a… Read More »
What You Should Know About Truck Accidents in Florida
Operators of large trucks and certain transport vehicles are required to obtain a specialized commercial driver’s license before driving on Florida roadways. Typically, vehicles that weigh over 26,000 pounds, carry 15 or more passengers, or haul hazardous materials may only be operated by an operator with a commercial driver’s license. Commercial drivers undergo additional… Read More »
What To Do When Injured By An Employee of the United States
The United States directly or indirectly provides health care through various agencies and community partners. Because of this fact, when you are injured in a federally supported or operated facility by an employee of the United States, you have to be aware of federal procedural requirements that must be complied with when pursuing your… Read More »
Tragic Accident in North Miami Leaves Teeanger Dead, Others Hurt
As reported by Local 10 News, a recent accident left one teenager dead and two others hurt. The three students who attend North Miami Senior High School were struck by a vehicle at an intersection near the school. The accident has left questions regarding the safety of student pedestrians in this area. This tragedy… Read More »
Premises Liability Law in Florida
Injuries often occur as a result of dangerous conditions existing on a property (or, premises), including loose or broken flooring and stairs, uncovered openings, defective building structures, improper maintenance, and other unsafe conditions. When injury occurs on the property of another, liability will depend upon who was in control of the premises and under… Read More »
Alcohol-Related Accidents
A large majority of the injuries that occur on Florida roadways are a result of accidents caused by the momentarily negligent operation of a vehicle. Other times, injuries are the result of the reckless behavior of impaired drivers. When a driver abuses alcohol and gets behind the wheel of a car the results can… Read More »
Court of Appeals Strikes Personal Injury Damages Cap
One year ago the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the state’s $1 million statutory cap on non-economic damages in wrongful death lawsuits arising out of medical malpractice was unconstitutional. And recently, the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled unanimously that the $1 million statutory cap was unconstitutional in personal injury medical malpractice cases… Read More »
The At-Fault Driver In An Accident Is Responsible For Much More Than A Victim’s Initial Injuries
Florida drivers know that getting into a vehicle and traveling on a Florida highway can sometimes be risky business. According to statistics released by the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, there are over 200,000 traffic accidents in the Sunshine State each year. In 2009 alone, there were over 338,000 driver-involved crashes that led to… Read More »
