Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Strategies do Insurance Companies Use to Deny Claims?
After a car crash, slip and fall, or other type of accident, you may be eligible for compensation that can help you recover your medical expenses, lost income, and more. In the vast majority of cases, you must file a claim with an insurance company to recover this compensation. Insurance companies are not in… Read More »
FAQs About Personal Injury Law
Whether you have been hurt in a car crash, slip and fall, bicycle accident, or otherwise, and you suffered injuries due to another person’s negligence, you may be able to file a claim against them for compensation. When filing your claim, it is natural to have many questions. Below, our Tampa personal injury attorney… Read More »
How Does Seasonal Weather in Florida Increase the Risk of Car Accidents?
Most Floridians have experienced sudden and drastic weather at some point. As you are making the routine drive home from work, the highway may become waterlogged and turn into an obstacle course. Although Florida may not experience ice and snow like the northern states, The Sunshine State presents its own distinct challenges when driving… Read More »
What is a Catastrophic Injury in Florida?
Any accident can result in different types of injuries but the most serious of these are known as catastrophic injuries. A catastrophic injury can change the life of accident victims in an instant. These injuries often result in extensive medical bills, you may not be able to return to the same line of work… Read More »
What is the Impact Rule in Florida?
If you have been hurt in an accident that was the fault of someone else, you may have the right to financial compensation. Known as damages, this compensation can help you recover your medical expenses, lost income if you cannot return to work, and emotional distress. Damages for emotional distress can greatly affect the… Read More »
Determining Liability for Uber and Lyft Accidents
Ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft are extremely popular in Tampa. These services allow residents and visitors alike to travel around Tampa and surrounding areas conveniently and for a fair price. Ridesharing companies, such as Lyft and Uber, promote themselves as a safer option, particularly for anyone who has been drinking and should… Read More »
What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident
More and more people in Tampa are choosing to use ridesharing services such as Uber or Lyft to get around the city. Unfortunately, rideshare drivers can become involved in an accident just like any other motorist on the road. The moments, days, and weeks after a rideshare accident are far more complicated than after… Read More »
Can You Sue for a Motorcycle Accident if You Were Not Wearing a Helmet?
Many motorcycle riders in Tampa, and throughout Florida, prefer to ride without a helmet. While it is always recommended that riders wear a helmet to protect themselves from injury in the event of a crash, state law does not always require it. However, failing to wear a helmet can create issues when trying to… Read More »
How to Prove Another Driver was Speeding and Caused Your Crash
In Florida, speeding has been one of the main causes of car accidents for decades. In Tampa specifically, the combination of local commuters, tourist traffic, and weather conditions that change rapidly creates ideal conditions for speed-related accidents. Even if you believe the driver who caused your accident was speeding at the time, you may… Read More »
Can Missing a Medical Appointment Hurt Your Personal Injury Case?
If you have been injured in a car crash, slip and fall, or other type of accident, seeking medical attention immediately afterward is of critical importance. While your health and well-being are the priority and you must take the necessary steps to protect them, seeing a doctor will also document your injuries. Just as… Read More »
