Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Workers’ Compensation Questions For Small Businesses
It stands to reason that most employers want to do right by their hard-working employees, and this often goes even more for small businesses, simply because everyone works so much more closely together than they do in large companies. However, the question of workers’ compensation can sometimes lead to issues, not least of all… Read More »
What Is A Survival Action?
If you and your family are ever placed in the horrible position of losing a loved one suddenly, your minds are going to be on mourning more than anything else. However, in some circumstances, it is worth it to consider bringing a wrongful death lawsuit against the person or persons that you believe may… Read More »
Accidents Involving Semi-Trucks
Most drivers on the road obviously try to do their best to operate their vehicles safely, regardless of what they drive. However, accidents do happen, and due to their sheer size, semi-trucks are involved in a higher proportion of accidents than one might think. If you are involved in a crash with a semi-truck,… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation & Independent Contractors
Today, a growing proportion of the U.S. workforce is made up of independent contractors, who may also be called consultants or temporary workers. Depending on the field, these workers can be a small or large part of any company’s makeup. However, the status of independent contractor can come with certain potential pitfalls, and in… Read More »
Brain Injuries And Florida Negligence Law
Most people tend to labor under the misapprehension that brain injuries only occur after severe violence, or that they only happen to the elderly. Neither is true, and if the average person is not careful, they run the risk of sustaining their own traumatic brain injury. However, if such an injury happens because of… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation And The Construction Industry
Workers’ compensation insurance is generally an expense that many employers do not even think about in this day and age; employees are rarely injured on the job in their fields. However, in industries like construction, workers’ compensation insurance and premiums are very relevant and important, and not simply because of the cost. Construction is… Read More »
What Is Maximum Medical Improvement?
When a person is injured on the job, they are, with rare exceptions, entitled to workers’ compensation coverage under their employer’s policy. Workers’ compensation will give you appropriate benefits while you are injured, but it will not last forever – sometimes it will not last as long as you and your family might want… Read More »
Invisible Injuries
When someone is involved in an accident or is otherwise injured due to another person’s negligent behavior, one expects to see injuries like broken bones, cuts and bruises. However, it is not at all uncommon to not see any injuries at all – after events like certain types of car crashes, all a person’s… Read More »
The Dangers Of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycling is one of Florida’s favorite pastimes, with one of the largest numbers of bike owners in the United States. However, many Floridians are unaware of the risk they put themselves up against every time they ride. If you are a motorcyclist and fail to take adequate precautions, you could wind up in a… Read More »
Can I Get Workers’ Comp For A Lunchtime Injury?
When one is on the job, especially if that job is high-risk, it is important to always be on guard. This includes times when you are not actively working, such as breaks or lunchtime. Accidents can happen anytime, and depending on the situation, workers’ compensation may or may not cover your injuries. It is… Read More »