Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Wrongful Death Lawsuits In Florida
No one ever expects to lose someone they love suddenly, but having it happen due to someone else’s negligence is something no one should have to go through. If you and your family have been unfortunate enough to experience this, you may be able to file a lawsuit for wrongful death, seeking compensation for… Read More »
What Is Maximum Medical Improvement?
If you have been injured at work in Florida, you are entitled to receive workers compensation benefits, assuming that your employer is required to carry it. However, there is a time frame that will be placed upon your ability to receive those benefits – generally, you are entitled to receive lost wages and medical… Read More »
Spine Injuries After Florida Car Accidents
There are several different potential causes for spinal injuries and vertebrae fractures, from falls to medical malpractice to violent crime. However, vehicle crashes are perhaps the most common events that lead to spinal injuries, especially in middle-aged and elderly adults. If you suffer a spinal injury after an auto accident in Florida, you may… Read More »
Do I Get Workers’ Compensation As A Temp?
When one visits the issue of workers’ compensation, it is usually with the understanding that only full-time employed workers are entitled to receive benefits if they are hurt on the job. This is only partially true; temporary workers are, in many situations, able to receive workers’ compensation if they are injured on the job…. Read More »
Repetitive Stress Injuries At Work
In certain types of jobs, repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) are a clear and present threat. Any type of work where one or two motions are repeated constantly can lead to wear and tear on muscles, tendons and ligaments that can be very painful; however, having your RSI covered by workers’ compensation can be very… Read More »
Been In A Car Crash … With Someone Uninsured! What Now?
An auto accident is never a pleasant experience, and on Florida roads, they are becoming more and more common. However, there is still a persistent population in Florida that does not comply with the state’s insurance requirements, meaning that if you are in a car crash involving one of those people, you might have… Read More »
Florida Slip and Fall Accidents
Everyone has the potential to slip and fall from time to time. However, sometimes a slip and fall can happen because of someone else’s negligence. If you are in this position, and you have been injured, your medical bills can add up; trying to hold the negligent person accountable can help get them paid… Read More »
Are All My Bills Covered By Workers’ Compensation?
When you have been injured on the job, you are entitled to have your bills covered by workers’ compensation coverage in most cases. However, it is easy for the average person to get confused about just exactly what will be covered, between medical bills and other possible amounts. Contacting an attorney well versed in… Read More »
Florida Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can happen in countless different ways, from car accidents to falls. They can be categorized as relatively mild or severe, but every TBI can affect the sufferer and their family in profound ways. If you have sustained a TBI due to the negligence of another person, you may be able… Read More »
Navigating Florida’s No-Fault System After An Accident
An automobile accident is always a difficult life event to get through, but dealing with liability and insurance afterward can be ten times worse. Unlike most other states, Florida has a pure no-fault system, which can sometimes be a blessing and sometimes a curse for injured drivers. If you have been hurt in an… Read More »