Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Rear-End Car Accident Injuries
Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of car accidents in Georgia. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that rear-end accidents account for almost 30 percent of car accidents in the U.S. Unfortunately, these kinds of crashes are also dangerous, even when they occur at relatively low speeds,… Read More »
Were You Involved in a T-Bone Accident in Georgia?
While the circumstances of all car accidents are different, it is possible to categorize crashes by type. A head-on collision, for instance, occurs, as its name suggests, when the fronts of two vehicles strike each other, while multi-car pile-ups involve multiple vehicles. Rear-end collisions, on the other hand, happen when the front of one… Read More »
How Dash Cam Footage Can Help Your Car Accident Claim
Installing dashboard cameras, or dash cams as they are commonly referred to, has become increasingly common in recent years. These small cameras are mounted on the windshield or dashboard of a vehicle and can record the road ahead of a driver, starting when a car turns on and stopping when the engine is turned… Read More »
The Symptoms of a Delayed Concussion
Some accident victims, in the immediate aftermath of the incident, breathe a sigh of relief when they don’t see any immediate signs of a concussion or other head trauma. Unfortunately, just because a person doesn’t experience symptoms within the first few minutes after an accident doesn’t mean that he or she didn’t suffer some… Read More »
Are Georgia Bicycle Accidents Covered by Insurance?
Even bicycle accidents that occur at low speeds or with a relatively minor impact tend to result in significant injuries for the cyclist. This is due to the fact that cyclists are exposed to the full force of impact, not only with the vehicle, but often with the ground itself. Treating these injuries can… Read More »
How to Collect Evidence After a Hit and Run Accident
It is not uncommon, after a hit and run accident, for victims to feel overwhelmed, shaken, and uncertain about what steps they should take next. While this is understandable, it’s important for accident victims to try to maintain a certain degree of composure, as there are a few things that they can do to… Read More »
Did You Suffer a Hip Injury in a Slip and Fall Accident?
The types of injuries that a slip and fall accident victim can sustain are wide ranging, including everything from strains and bruising to broken bones and dislocations. These kinds of injuries can be debilitating, leaving accident victims unable to work while they recover and sometimes, forced to suffer with permanent disability. If you or… Read More »
Electric Shock Water Injuries
When people imagine the dangers of water activities they often imagine that drowning is the greatest risk, especially for children. While this is true, it’s important to note that drowning is not the only danger of engaging in water activities. Electric shock, for instance, which occurs when an electrical current in the water enters… Read More »
Negligent Security Claims
While many people know that property owners in Georgia are required to keep their premises in a safe condition for visitors by ensuring that floors are clean and dry, repairing leaks, and placing warning signs in areas that pose a risk of injury, few are aware that property owners are also required to provide… Read More »
Using Black Box Data in Your Truck Accident Case
Truck accident cases are different from cases involving passenger vehicles in a lot of ways. The kinds of evidence available to the parties, for instance, isn’t the same, as most commercial vehicles have black boxes or Electronic Data Recorders (EDRs), which contain important information that can be used to help determine the cause of… Read More »
