Author Archives: Jay Butchko
5 Hidden Injuries To Look Out For After A Car Accident
Car accidents cause an astounding number of injuries every year. According to the WHO, over one million people lose their lives, and between 20 and 50 million more suffer non-fatal injuries in road traffic crashes yearly. In Kentucky alone, there were 119,449 traffic collisions in 2020 that caused 708 deaths and over 20,000 non-fatal… Read More »
Why Is It Dangerous To Overload A Truck?
Trucks deliver essential goods across Kentucky and the U.S. at large. Usually, the more goods a trucking company can deliver, the more money the company can make. Because of this, some companies choose to overload trucks. Trucking companies do this despite there being laws in place that regulate the weight and size of the… Read More »
Some Common Causes Of Truck Accidents In Kentucky
Trucks are crucial to the nation’s economy. Truck drivers transport a large percentage of United States freight, and many U.S. communities depend on trucks for their food, raw materials, and other essentials. Generally, without trucks making deliveries across the nation daily, many people would not be able to receive their needs or go about… Read More »
Some Common Myths About DUI Cases In Kentucky
It is very normal for myths to develop around certain things. But while some myths are not dangerous, those surrounding criminal-related matters can be dangerous. For example, myths surrounding DUI cases can be quite dangerous. Unfortunately, many myths abound about DUI cases. If you were recently arrested and charged with DUI in Kentucky, it… Read More »
How Much Is A Kentucky Nursing Home Neglect Case Worth?
When you take your parent, grandparent, or another family member to a Kentucky nursing home, the last thing you expected was for them to be neglected. Unfortunately, nursing home negligence is quite common in Kentucky. Even when you think you have found the best place to care for your loved one, things can happen… Read More »
5 Tips To Help Reduce The Risk Of A Car Accident During The Holidays
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones. For most people, the holidays mean traveling from their house to a family member’s or friend’s house or across the country. You must be cautious if you plan to hit the road during the holidays. During the holidays, the risk of getting into a… Read More »
What Should You Do If You Have Headaches After A Car Accident?
Headaches are quite common after a car accident. The stress of a car accident alone can be enough to trigger a headache. However, often, it is the force of the impact from a crash that results in headaches. Unfortunately, headaches after a car accident can signify a serious injury. Even a minor headache could… Read More »
What If No One Witnessed Your Workplace Accident?
After suffering an injury in an accident while working, you may be qualified to recover workers’ compensation benefits. One of the crucial pieces of evidence that can help you with your claim is eyewitness testimony. In most cases, when a worker sustains an injury in an accident while on the job, there is someone… Read More »
What Are The Types Of Abuse In Nursing Homes?
Nursing home residents deserve to receive the best care possible. Unfortunately, the reality is that a lot of nursing home residents are victims of abuse. Elderly residents are particularly more vulnerable to nursing home abuse. However, anyone can fall victim to nursing home abuse. Nursing home abuse comes in many forms. Regardless of the… Read More »
Points On Your License Can Result In Serious Complications
When a police officer pulls you over to give you a ticket, you might feel comfortable simply paying the fine. However, paying a ticket or pleading guilty to traffic offenses can negatively impact you in the long term. Usually, paying a ticket means you plead guilty to the traffic offense. If you do not… Read More »