Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Appealing A Florida Workers’ Compensation Denial
When an employee is injured on the job, the fact that their employer has to carry workers’ compensation insurance (with rare exceptions) can give them some peace of mind. With workers’ compensation benefits, an injured worker can focus on healing so they can return to work more quickly. However, not every work injury qualifies… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation & Remote Employees
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more employers have allowed their employees the option of working from home. This has been a godsend for many workers, particularly disabled people who might otherwise not have a job at all – but the existence of remote work does bring up new questions and issues that… Read More »
What Is A Diminished Value Claim?
In general, vehicles do not age well and retain their value unless they are scrupulously maintained – indeed, it is an old wives’ tale of sorts that when a newly-purchased car drives off the lot, it loses one-quarter of its value. There are few times that a car will drop so precipitously in value… Read More »
Seat Belt Laws & Florida Auto Accidents
It is generally common behavior for most people in the U.S. to buckle their seatbelt around them when they get into a car or truck. However, not everyone does this at all times, even though a seatbelt can save a person’s life in the event of a car accident. If you have been involved… Read More »
En Banc Decision Alters Rules For Workers’ Compensation Filing Deadlines
In late March, an en banc panel of the First District Court of Appeals issued a landmark ruling which essentially states that courts have been misinterpreting the state’s workers’ compensation statute since its alteration in 1999. While it remains to be seen what the ultimate outcome of this ruling will be, it will almost… Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries In Florida Accidents
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when external trauma, usually blunt force (though not always), causes damage to the brain. They can be very minor, or they can be severe enough to require round-the-clock medical care. Road accidents are one of the leading causes of TBIs, and if you or an injured loved one… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation When A Worker Has Multiple Jobs
Florida law holds that when a worker is injured on the job, they can receive workers’ compensation benefits according to their average weekly wage (AWW). Some workers only have one job, but for those who work more to make ends meet, seeking workers’ compensation can be a slightly more difficult endeavor. The right attorney… Read More »
Pedestrians In Florida Road Accidents
Florida’s beautiful weather means that most of the time, there are more pedestrians on the state’s roads than there might be in other places. However, with more pedestrians unfortunately comes more pedestrian accidents. Sometimes a pedestrian-involved accident is straightforward, but sometimes it can be difficult to determine what happened, and who owed a duty… Read More »
Pain & Suffering In Florida Auto Accident Cases
When a person is involved in an auto accident in Florida, they have the right to seek compensation from the other driver (or any other actor involved) if they believe that negligence occurred. Florida law allows an injured plaintiff to try and recover their tangible damages – that is, quantifiable amounts like lost wages,… Read More »
Can A Motorcyclist Recover After A Crash If They Were Not Wearing A Helmet?
Florida is a haven for motorcyclists, due to its (usually) year-round pleasant weather. In addition, the state has a helmet exemption which allows those over 21 to forego wearing one if they carry sufficient amounts of insurance coverage. While some motorcyclists prefer this degree of freedom, it can be a potential problem in the… Read More »