Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I File a Lawsuit After a Drowning Accident in New Jersey?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning deaths are on the rise. Recently, the CDC reported that more than 4,500 people drowned across the United States. The most current data shows a significant increase in drowning deaths in the U.S. from previous years. A deadly drowning can happen to anyone of… Read More »
Top 6 Reasons Why Drowning Accidents Happen
In the warmer weather in South Jersey, there is nothing more refreshing or fun than getting into a pool or going to a popular waterpark to play and cool off. However, even though people of all ages love these public places, there are still dangers to be aware of. When playing near a body… Read More »
How Waterpark Injury Accidents Happen
You take your children to a waterpark or you allow older children to go with friends and you hope they have a fun filled day. Though, sometimes inferior waterpark design, lack of maintenance and insufficient training for lifeguards are all real issues that can make a waterpark very dangerous for its visitors. The safety… Read More »
Can Dash Cam Footage be Used to Support Your Personal Injury Claim?
These days, technology comes in many forms and is more attainable and affordable. Dash cams are usually associated with police vehicles, but private cars can use them, too. The rules, though, vary depending on where you live. In New Jersey, it is legal to use a dash cam in your car if it is… Read More »
Top 5 Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Motorcycle accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, and when they take place, they can lead to catastrophic and fatal injuries for anyone driving or riding on a motorcycle. Each year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports thousands of deaths that result from motorcycle accidents. After a motorcycle accident, having legal counsel… Read More »
How Deadly Are Motorcycle Accidents?
Riding a motorcycle is known to be a dangerous activity, and for good reason. Motorcyclists are at high risk of suffering catastrophic injuries and even death when they are in a crash, mainly because they have very little surrounding them and protecting them. This is why it is important to practice and be comfortable… Read More »
Filing an Injury Claim Against NJ Transit
Filing an injury claim after an accident is never an easy thing to do, even when the accident is clearcut, and there is no question that another party caused the incident to take place. However, the process can be even more arduous when an injury accident occurs on a NJ transit train. Taking legal… Read More »
How to File a Dog Bite Injury Claim in New Jersey
Being attacked by a dog can be a terrifying experience. It can also leave physical wounds like torn skin and lacerations, as well as emotional trauma. For most Americans, it can be hard to think about a dog attack because dogs are America’s favorite pets. Still, dog bite incidents happen for a variety of… Read More »
Who is Liable in a Pedestrian Accident?
It always comes down to the details when determining who is liable in any accident, including pedestrian accidents. It is not uncommon to automatically assume that a driver is the one who will be to blame for the resulting damages. But, this is not always true. Despite the major injuries and physical bodily harm… Read More »
What are the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions?
The Warsaw and Montreal Conventions can apply if an injury accident happens on an international flight. Any flight where an injury accident occurs that has at least stopped in a foreign country will hold the airline responsible for resulting damages when the accident can be proven. The requirement to prove negligence does not exist…. Read More »