Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Jacuzzi Can Be More Dangerous Than It Looks
It often seems like activities that seem the safest, can also be kind of dangerous. Add a dip in the hot tub to the list. But really, it should come as no surprise that being in potentially scalding hot water, and sharing that water with others, could have its fair share of potential dangers…. Read More »
Recognizing PTSD And Its Symptoms After Your Accident
We tend to think of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as an ailment that affects people who have been at war, or through a horrific calamity. But even a car accident can cause people to suffer from PTSD. The effects of PTSD can be debilitating, and yes, you can recover compensation for the way… Read More »
Tik Tok Challenge Deaths: Who Is Liable?
It’s probably no surprise that the internet, and social media, has a lot of things that you may not want your child involved in. Unfortunately, there have been a number of deaths related to videos or challenges that have been placed on social media site, Tik Tok, all leading to wrongful death or personal… Read More »
Accidents On Horses: Who Is Liable?
Horses have always been a large part of farming, and a mode of transportation for many people. Today, horses aren’t just fun and recreation, they also are sport, as equine based activities, shows and competitions, are more and more common. But horses can be unpredictable, as they are still wild, though trained, animals. When… Read More »
Falls In Hospitals Can Be Difficult To Avoid
When we think of how people get injured in hospitals, our thoughts immediately go to medical malpractice. We rarely think of falls, which most remind us of retail stores or commercial buildings. But falls in hospitals are serious, and are more common than you may think they are. Falls are Common in Hospitals A… Read More »
The EDR: Your Car’s “Black Box”
When an airplane crashes, you may already know that the plane has what is called a black box. That box records all the information about the plane, allowing investigators to piece together what happened and to see what went wrong. The boxes are generally indestructible, meaning they can be recovered in even the worst… Read More »
Questions To Ask When Choosing An Injury Attorney
Let’s say that you are injured in an accident, and you know it’s time for you to get a personal injury attorney. That’s a good choice–many people make the mistake of trying to handle their case alone. But now that you’ve made that choice, comes the next decision that you have to make–which personal… Read More »
Elevator Accidents Happen, And They Can Be Dangerous
When we think about the dangerous areas of the stores or buildings that we go into, we give little thought to the elevator. That makes sense; an elevator is, after all, a generally safe mode of transportation. But elevators are mechanical and electronic, subject to failure, so accidents can and often do happen. Accidents… Read More »
Why It May Take Time To Resolve Your Injury Case
If you are in an accident, you may need settlement money as quickly as possible. You may be out of work, with bills mounting up—the need for funds is understandable. And while some personal injury cases do settle relatively quickly, they don’t all resolve quickly. But why? Evidence and Medical Treatment The first thing… Read More »
Hit And Run Accidents Are On The Rise
There are few things worse than being someone who is hit by a car, whether you are in a vehicle, or whether you are a pedestrian. But one thing that can make the situation worse, is when the other driver speeds away, sometimes, never to be found. What is a Hit and Run? Hit… Read More »
