Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What To Say To An Insurance Adjuster After An Accident
If you’ve suffered injuries in a Kentucky car accident because of another party’s negligence, you can expect that an insurance adjuster from the at-fault party’s insurance company will call you. Often, insurance adjusters call injured victims immediately or soon after an accident. It is crucial that you understand what to say to an insurance… Read More »
Will My Kentucky DUI Case Go To Trial?
If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence in Kentucky, you might be wondering whether your case will go to trial. So, will your Kentucky DUI case go to trial? Whether your DUI case will go to trial depends on the specifics of your case. But many DUI cases in Kentucky do not… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation And Repetitive Stress Injuries
When people think about work-related injuries, they usually think about injuries sustained in sudden accidents. For example, they think about a worker injuring their back while lifting a heavy object or a worker slipping and falling on a wet floor and injuring their arm. However, not all work-related injuries happen suddenly. Other work-related injuries,… Read More »
Understanding The Alibi Defense
If you’re facing criminal charges, you are innocent until proven guilty. And it’s up to the prosecution to prove you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. However, while the burden of proof officially lies with the prosecution, you should be ready with a strong defense strategy. You should prepare a defense strategy that can… Read More »
Do You Need To Use An Affirmative Defense In Your Criminal Case?
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime in Kentucky, it’s crucial that you reach out to a qualified criminal defense attorney who can help you develop a strong defense strategy. A skilled criminal defense attorney will help you develop a defense strategy suited to your situation. Depending on the specifics of your… Read More »
6 Things You Should Not Do When Police Stop You
According to Stanford University’s Open Policing Project, police pull over 50,000 drivers daily. That is over 20 million drivers annually. So your chances of being stopped by the police the next time you are on the road are pretty high. Being pulled over by law enforcement officers can be nerve-wracking. Only a handful of… Read More »
Who Is Liable In A Kentucky Rear-And Accident?
Rear-end accidents are quite common in the United States of America. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration approximates that rear-end accidents account for nearly 30% of all traffic crashes. Unfortunately, when a rear-end accident occurs, it can result in serious injuries or even death. Some common injuries in rear-end collisions include whiplash, dislocated shoulders,… Read More »
What To Do If You Are Accused Of Burglary?
Burglary is a serious crime in Kentucky. Burglary entails entering or remaining illegally in a building with the intention of committing a crime. In Kentucky, burglary is punishable by at least one year and up to twenty years in jail. If the prosecutor claims you had a deadly weapon or an explosive, you risk… Read More »
Steps To Take If You Are In A Truck Accident With An Impaired Driver
Impaired driving is dangerous. Impaired truck drivers can cause catastrophic damage. Unfortunately, although drivers are not allowed to operate trucks while impaired by drugs or alcohol, many do not follow the law. Being in a truck accident with an impaired driver can be devastating and traumatic. It can be hard to manage the aftermath… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Domestic Violence Accusation
Domestic violence in Kentucky means, among other things, physical injury between family members or members of an unmarried couple. Every year, many people are accused of domestic violence in Kentucky. When a person is accused of domestic violence, it can have devastating consequences. For example, domestic violence accusations can result in the loss of… Read More »