Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Georgia Bad Faith Insurance Practices
People purchase insurance to protect themselves in the event of an unexpected event, like a car accident, theft, or natural disaster. Unfortunately, not all insurance companies operate in good faith when dealing with policyholders. In fact, an alarming number of insurers engage in dishonest and unfair practices when investigating, approving or denying, and paying… Read More »
Major Changes to Insurance Laws Could Affect Personal Injury Cases in Georgia
Georgia lawmakers recently approved a new bill that could have a significant impact on personal injury cases going forward. Specifically, Senate Bill 83, which was signed into law at the end of April, overhauled Georgia law regarding pre-suit time limit demands in auto accident cases. As a result, it could become a lot harder… Read More »
Liability for T-Bone Accident Damages
T-bone accidents are among some of the most devastating types of car accidents, as they are usually accompanied by severe injuries and significant vehicle damage. Read on to learn more about these kinds of collisions, including who can be held liable for their resulting damages. T-Bone Accident Scenarios T-bone accidents occur when the front-end… Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Cause a Variety of Vision Impairments
When people hear the term “traumatic brain injury”, they often imagine symptoms like headaches, confusion, dizziness, nausea, and even unconsciousness. These are not, however, the only kinds of problems that blunt force impacts to the skull can cause. Many, for instance, suffer from vision impairments that have significant consequences on their day-to-day lives. Symptoms… Read More »
Long-Term Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents can and do cause a variety of injuries, ranging from minor to so severe that they end up being fatal. Even those who obtain prompt medical care could suffer from the long-term consequences of those injuries for years to come, which is why it’s so important for accident victims to consider their… Read More »
When a Georgia Business is Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident
While many of those who are involved in slip and fall accidents are lucky enough to walk away with scrapes and bruises, an alarming number are not so fortunate. In these cases, it is often in an injured party’s best interests to file a claim with the at-fault property owner whose failure to care… Read More »
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Filing a Truck Accident Claim
The steps that you take (and don’t take) after a truck accident can have important implications for the outcome of an eventual legal claim. To help you avoid losing out on the compensation that you deserve, we’ve included a list of some of the most common mistakes we see during the truck accident claim… Read More »
Clutter and Debris Can Increase Fall Risks
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injury in the U.S. and while everything from slippery floors to poor lighting can and do contribute to these falls, a surprising number are caused by problems as simple as debris and clutter in walkways and other high traffic areas. This can be especially frustrating… Read More »
How Social Media Could Affect Your Personal Injury Case
Social media platforms have made it easier than ever to stay in contact with family members, friends, co-workers, and loved ones. Unfortunately, social media use does come with some risks, especially for those who are considering filing or have already filed a personal injury case. The Risks of Social Media Use After an Accident … Read More »
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, so in cities across the state of Georgia, drivers are being encouraged to keep their eyes on the road and off of their devices. As a part of this campaign, there will be an increased law enforcement presence on U.S. roadways, with officers ticketing and fining drivers found… Read More »
