Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Pain, Suffering And Emotional Loss In Wrongful Death Cases
In almost every wrongful death case, there is a loss of economic support. The financial support that a parent or relative would have provided to us during his or her lifetime is a loss that survivors can be compensated for. Not Just Money But wrongful death is about way more than money. It’s about… Read More »
Proving Liability In Food Poisoning Cases
Imagine that you eat a meal, and afterwards you start to feel ill. But not just a normal ill. More like an illness that tells you that something is very wrong. Perhaps you feel sicker than you have in recent memory. Did you just suddenly get sick? Probably not—more likely you were a victim… Read More »
Businesses Are Trying Even Harder To Force Your Injury Case Into Arbitration
As more and more of our lives have moved online in the past 10-20 years, we haven’t given much thought to the unintended legal consequences of that happening. One consequence, as more and more people seem to be learning, is the possibility that simply doing standard business online could keep you from having your… Read More »
Putting Feet And Knees Up In A Vehicle Is Very Dangerous
Ever see someone in the front seat, either as a driver or a passenger, and they have their foot up on the dashboard, or maybe their foot up on the seat itself with their knee bent? It seems like a comfortable way to travel, and can be especially tempting on longer car rides. But… Read More »
Airbnbs May Be Watching You
Airbnb has revolutionized the travel and lodging industry. For those unaware, the company acts as a clearinghouse for those who own properties to rent out their properties to travelers as hotel rooms. So, a traveler staying at an Airbnb would get the benefit of living in an actual home during their vacation or travels…. Read More »
Speed Kills: Could ISA Technology Be The Answer?
We all know, and all the research and studies support, that faster speeds mean higher rates of accidents and more severe injuries. In just 2022, there were 12,000 motor vehicle deaths caused by speeding, and speed contributed to deaths in 29% of all accidents that resulted in fatalities. That’s almost one third of all… Read More »
Common Social Media Mistakes Victims Make In Injury Cases
Almost all of us have social media accounts. But what many of us don’t realize is that social media can, and does, become evidence in many personal injury cases. Often, your attorneys won’t know or advise you as to the mistakes that people make on social media that could affect their personal injury case…. Read More »
Accidents Can Cause Rotator Cuff Injuries
You likely have given little thought to how it is that your arm is able to rotate in so many ways, while only being attached by and at your shoulder. The answer is the anatomy of the shoulder, which is especially designed to provide your arm the movement that it has. But that same… Read More »
Understanding Negligent Supervision Claims
In life, there are times when someone is charged with the obligation to look after someone else. The supervisor is doing this not just for the safety of the person being supervised, but also for the safety of society—that is, for the benefit of whomever the supervised person could possibly injure if left unsupervised…. Read More »
How Does Insurance Policy Limits Affect Your Accident Case?
Insurance plays a vital role in helping you get compensated for your injuries. The Defendant’s insurance is often the actual entity that pays whatever settlement or judgment that you reach with the Defendant. But every now and then, you may hear an attorney concerned that the other side has a small policy, or that… Read More »
