Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Not All Car Accidents Are Created Equal
It should come as no surprise to those who have spent time on the road that drivers tend to repeat the same mistakes when behind the wheel. Unfortunately, these mistakes also lead to the same kinds of car crashes. Speeding and not paying attention while driving, for instance, is the cause of most rear-end… Read More »
Duty To Warn Of Dangerous Conditions In Florida
In Florida, property owners who invite others on to their premises have a legal responsibility to ensure that the property in question is safe. For business owners, this means that they must take steps to warn visitors of and repair those dangerous conditions. Property owners that fail to fulfill this responsibility can be held… Read More »
Avoiding Social Media After An Accident
While it’s common to want to post on social media after major experiences, whether they be good ones or bad, doing so after an accident is almost never a good idea. It can be tempting to let our friends and family know what happened and to update them on our status, but it’s important… Read More »
Motorcycle Accident Shoulder Injuries
While a motorcycle accident victim who suffers a shoulder injury may feel as though he or she has lucked out in not sustaining a more serious injury, the reality is that shoulder injuries are often much more severe than they first appear, causing significant pain and affecting the overall quality of a person’s life…. Read More »
Did Your Motorcycle Accident Occur In An Intersection?
Motorcycle accidents can happen anywhere where there are motorcycles and passenger vehicles in the same location. There are, however, certain areas where collisions between these two kinds of vehicles tend to happen more often than others. Intersections, for instance, have proven to be an especially dangerous place for motorcyclists, who don’t enjoy the same… Read More »
Slippery Surface Falls
Most slip and fall accidents happen because there is a lack of traction between a person’s foot and the floor. This could be due to everything from a temporary spill to the use of too much wax on the floors. In these situations, a property owner could be held liable for failing to keep… Read More »
How Unsafe Cleaning Practices Can Cause Slip And Fall Accidents
Preventing slip and fall accidents requires a multi-tiered approach, including choosing the correct flooring, regularly inspecting the premises for spills and other hazards, and using proper cleaning practices. Unfortunately, property owners don’t always take the precautions that they should, failing to instruct employees on proper cleaning methods, using the wrong products, or failing to… Read More »
The Dangers Of Riding A Motorcycle At Night
Florida is a popular destination for motorcyclists, drawing riders with its warm weather and long stretches of scenic highways. Unfortunately, there are a lot of risks that go along with motorcycle riding, especially at certain times of the day. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), for instance, reports that the majority of fatal… Read More »
The Risks Of Overloading A Commercial Vehicle
Commercial vehicles are designed to carry a lot of cargo over great distances. This does not mean, however, that there are no limits to how much these trucks can carry. Unfortunately, despite strict rules on weight limits, many companies routinely overload their vehicles in an effort to transport more products in a single trip…. Read More »
Did You Suffer A Pelvic Fracture In A Motorcycle Accident?
Motorcycle accidents can cause a variety of injuries, including everything from broken bones to head trauma. There are, however, certain parts of a rider’s body that are more susceptible to injury than others. Injuries to the hips and pelvis, for instance, are common amongst motorcyclists, who are often thrown from their motorcycles upon impact… Read More »