Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
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 »