Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Symptoms of a Seat Belt Injury
Seat belts save thousands of lives every year and prevent some of the worst car accident-related injuries that a person can sustain. This does not, however, mean that their use doesn’t come without its own set of risks. In fact, many car accident victims report suffering from symptoms specifically because they used their seat… Read More »
Liability for Three-Car Rear-End Accidents
Determining fault for a car accident is hard enough when only two vehicles are involved. Things can become even more complex, however, when three or more vehicles collide in a chain reaction rear-end crash. While many assume that the driver at the back will be held liable for the entirety of these kinds of… Read More »
Did Your Car Crash Cause an Eye Injury?
Car accidents cause all kinds of physical damage, including injuries to the eyes. Understanding how eye injuries happen during a collision is important, as they could result in permanent vision loss without immediate treatment. Like any other type of injury, physical damage to the eye can range in severity from minor to severe, with… Read More »
Did You Suffer Nerve Damage in a Slip and Fall Accident?
The nerves are responsible for sending electrical signals that allow the brain to communicate with the rest of the body. Essentially, the nerves allow us to move, feel, talk, and think, so any damage to those nerves can cause problems in these areas, resulting in pain, numbness, and mobility issues. Unfortunately, nerve damage is… Read More »
Knowing How to Spot a Distracted Driver
Distracted driving has become an increasingly serious problem in the U.S. In fact, distracted driving was responsible for at least 324,652 car accident-related injuries in 2020 alone. Unfortunately, even drivers who use the utmost care to avoid driving while distracted could still end up involved in a crash caused by a less conscientious driver…. Read More »
Why You Should Keep the Medical Records that Document Your Injury
Dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming, especially for those who sustain serious injuries. Besides having to grapple with the pain of the injury itself, accident victims need to stay on top of their doctor’s appointments, all while contending with an overall disruption to their daily lives. While documenting all the… Read More »
Time Limits for Filing a Georgia Slip and Fall Case
Suffering an injury in a slip and fall accident is not only painful, but is also often stressful. In many cases, injured parties will need medical attention, may require treatment, and could have to take time off from work. The good news is that injured parties who can prove that their slip and fall… Read More »
What if the First Settlement Offered by an Insurer is Too Low?
Being injured in an accident is a stressful experience. Not only do victims have to suffer from the pain of the injuries they sustained, they also have to worry about paying off mounting medical debt and covering the repair costs of any property damaged in the accident. Fortunately, accident victims can often receive reimbursement… Read More »
How a Georgia Car Accident Lawyer Could Help With Your Claim
Car accident claims, whether filed with an insurer or tried in a courtroom, can quickly become complicated, especially for those with no legal training. An experienced car accident attorney can evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case from the get-go and come up with a legal strategy that will give claimants the best… Read More »
Understanding Your Georgia Auto Insurance Coverage
In Georgia, vehicle owners are required to maintain continuous auto liability coverage on their actively registered vehicles. What this coverage looks like, however, will vary depending on the type of policy in question. Unfortunately, when people buy auto insurance, they don’t always receive a clear explanation from their insurers on what they are actually… Read More »
