Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Top Ten Facts about Motorcycle Accidents in South Carolina
If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident, you may have questions about your rights and options. Consider some of the facts below as you navigate your claim, and if you have questions, the best resource is an attorney with experience in motorcycle accident claims. Helmets Save Lives Helmeted… Read More »
How Long Will It Take to Settle My Car Accident Claim?
Being involved in an automobile accident can produce some trying times. You may be struggling to pay bills, or struggling with injuries or ailments caused or exacerbated by the accident. Medical bills, including those for prescription medications and doctors’ visits, have a tendency to pile up, and you may be seeing lost wages from… Read More »
New Trucking Accident Statistics Released
Every year, the Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts is a publication released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The report for 2019 was released in late March. In putting together the report, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration researched accidents involving large trucks (defined as a truck weighing more than 10,000 pounds),… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Wrongful Death Claims
If you have suffered the loss of a loved one, you may be looking for answers. Depending on the circumstances of your loved one’s death, you may be able to make a claim for wrongful death and get the compensation you need and deserve. What is wrongful death, and what are the requirements for… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Malpractice
Do you have questions about medical malpractice in South Carolina? Medical malpractice can be one of the most complex areas of law. Don’t hesitate to consult a legal professional, but for now, read on to have some of your questions answered: What Is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional falls short… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Truck Accidents
Maybe you or someone you know has been involved in a truck-related automobile accident. Do you have questions about your legal rights and options? See if your question is answered below. How Is a Truck Accident Different from a Car Accident? The biggest difference between truck and car accidents and the way they are… Read More »
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
There are several potential causes of dangerous and even deadly motorcycle accidents. Motorcycle accidents are often even more dangerous and deadly than other types of automobile accidents because a motorcyclist has no protection from the roadway and from other vehicles. Read on to discover some of the common causes of motorcycle accidents and how… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Car Accidents
Have you or someone you know been in a car accident recently? You may have a personal injury claim if so. You probably have questions about your rights and options, so keep reading to discover some answers to the most frequently asked questions about automobile accidents in South Carolina: Do I Have to Report… Read More »
What is a Wrongful Death Action?
Wrongful death claims are claims brought against people allegedly responsible for the death of another. It is not a criminal process to bring such a claim, but a civil process. Wrongful death claims allow the leftover estate of a deceased party recover funds to be used for funeral expenses, for surviving family members, etc. … Read More »
Why Find an Experienced Attorney for Your Trucking Accident Claim
If you have been injured in a trucking accident, you may be searching for an attorney to assist you with your claim. However, you should know that it is important to find an attorney with specific experience in trucking accidents to handle your case. Why? Consider some of the reasons listed below: Multiple Parties… Read More »