Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Do Product Liability Lawsuits Work?
When a consumer product is defective and harms a consumer, it may be possible for that injured person to file a product liability lawsuit. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), there were a total of more than 13.4 million consumer product injuries in 2019, and that number actually represents a decrease from previous… Read More »
Five Things To Know About Negligent Security Claims
You should never have to fear that you will suffer injuries from an assault due to a lack of security on the premises where you are a customer or client. However, in some cases, a property owner’s failure to ensure that the premises are reasonably safe can result in a third-party assault occurring. Depending… Read More »
What Is A Survival Action In Pennsylvania And New Jersey?
When you have lost a loved one in an accident or as a result of someone else’s intentional wrongdoing, we know that a lawsuit is likely not the first thing on your mind. However, it is important to know that the party who caused your loved one’s death could be responsible for significant damages… Read More »
5 Things To Know About Drunk Driving Accidents
Drunk driving collisions in New Jersey and Pennsylvania can result in severe and deadly injuries, and it may be possible to file a personal injury claim or a wrongful death lawsuit. It is important to understand how drunk driving accidents happen and how to hold the drunk driver accountable for any injuries they have… Read More »
How Damages Work In A Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Losing a loved one in an accident or because of another party’s intentionally harmful act is devastating. Nobody should have to go through the painful experience of losing someone they love because of someone else’s careless or reckless behavior. Yet deadly accidents can happen in many different ways, from motor vehicle accidents caused by… Read More »
How Does Comparative Fault Impact Auto Accident Claims?
After a serious auto accident in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, you are likely thinking about your claim for compensation and worrying about your ability to get the money you need to cover all of your losses. For many auto accident victims, it can produce a significant amount of anxiety if you fear that you… Read More »
What You Should Know About Pedestrian Accidents
In urban, suburban, and rural areas of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, pedestrians can suffer serious injuries in collisions with automobiles. In most pedestrian accident cases, the driver involved in the collision is partially or fully responsible for the crash and for resulting pedestrian injuries. If you were injured in a pedestrian accident, it is… Read More »
Who Is Liable For A Slip And Fall Accident?
If you or someone you love slips and falls, or trips and falls, on another party’s premises in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, it may be possible to file a premises liability lawsuit. In order to file a premises liability claim, you will need to determine who is liable for the slip, trip, or fall… Read More »
Common Warning Signs Of Nursing Home Negligence
Nursing home abuse and neglect in New Jersey and Pennsylvania can take many different forms. Sometimes indicators of nursing home abuse may be obvious, while other signs of nursing home negligence may be more difficult to identify. According to U.S. News & World Report, there are some common red flags that can be warning… Read More »
What You Should Know About Auto Accidents Caused By Product Defects
Auto accidents in New Jersey can have a wide range of causes, including product defects. Many different components of a car or truck can contain a defect, and those defects can result in devastating collisions. It is important to understand that many kinds of auto defects do not necessarily pose serious injury risks. For… Read More »