Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Who Is Liable After A Truck Accident?
Accidents involving large trucks can be devastating, both in terms of property damage and physical and emotional injuries. However, depending on the type of accident you experience, it can be difficult to determine who should be held liable for your injuries. It is generally a good idea that you seek out an experienced truck… Read More »
COVID-19 & Workers’ Compensation
In the last few months, many jobs that are not generally considered particularly dangerous, such as working in a grocery store, have suddenly become much more hazardous because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This has opened the question of workers’ compensation insurance for those who are affected and whether their expenses should be covered under… Read More »
Florida Summers See More Slip & Fall Accidents
Florida summers can be beautiful, but they also bring rain, to say nothing of the tourist influx the state always sees in its warmest months. With packed bars and clubs, plus more frequent storms, accidents are more likely to happen, especially those that involve slip-and-falls. It is all too easy to fail to see… Read More »
Types Of Damages In Florida Personal Injury Lawsuits
When you are injured in an accident, and you believe that it was due to another person’s recklessness or negligence, you may choose to bring suit in civil court against them. Depending on the specific facts of your situation, you may be seeking different types of compensation, especially if the defendant’s recklessness was particularly… Read More »
Do I Get My Job Back After Workers’ Comp Leave?
If you are seriously injured on the job, you will generally be entitled to workers’ compensation leave in order to recover. However, it is sadly not uncommon for an employer to terminate an employee who is injured, ostensibly to save money. If an employee is terminated while out on workers’ compensation leave, they will… Read More »
Workers With Multiple Jobs Seeking Compensation
In this day and age, particularly in this economy, many people are working two or more jobs, just to make ends meet. However, if you are injured while performing one of the jobs, it can be a real concern as to whether your workers’ compensation payments will be able to make up for both… Read More »
Distracted Driving Accidents In Florida
Floridians are just as attached to their smartphones and electronic devices as any other group of people, but because of the high levels of traffic on Florida roads, distracted driving accidents are somewhat more common than they might be in other states. If you are involved in an accident with a distracted driver, it… Read More »
What Is A Workers’ Compensation Lien?
A standard Florida workers’ compensation claim is made through a person’s employer, providing coverage for any medical bills you incur after a work-related injury in exchange. That said, there are some work-related accidents that involve a third party, such as a negligent driver or outside agent. If you have experienced one of these, you… Read More »
Collecting Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits
On-the-job accidents are sadly a part of life for many workers, especially in hazardous lines of work. However, if the unthinkable happens and you lose a loved one due to an accident on the job, you and the rest of their family should be entitled to collect compensation that can help keep you on… Read More »
After A Motorcycle Accident In Florida
Riding a motorcycle in Florida is a beloved hobby for thousands of people. However, most riders understand and accept that it can be a dangerous hobby, and if you are injured in an accident with an automobile, it can be a time-consuming effort to seek compensation for what you have been through. However, time-consuming… Read More »