Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Timeline of An Injury Case: From Injury to Compensation?
The majority of our personal injury clients have never been injured because of another person’s fault. As a result, our clients often have questions about the process – specifically how long they can expect before the case is resolved. Like with so many things, the short answer is: it depends. Below, if a general… Read More »
The Insurance Adjuster Wants My “Statement”? What Should I Do?
Many times during a personal injury claim, the insurance company or claims adjuster will ask the injured person to call them or come in for a “recorded statement” (sometimes just called a “statement”). If this is the first time you have been injured because of someone else’s fault, you may not be familiar with… Read More »
5 Things to Know if You Are Injured By an Impaired Driver
Nobody gets behind the wheel of their car or truck with the expectation that they could be seriously injured in a collision involving a drunk or intoxicated driver. Yet drunk driving happens relatively often in Georgia, and Marietta residents can sustain debilitating and fatal injuries if they are struck by an intoxicated driver. Cobb… Read More »
What is “Personal Injury” Law?
Many people – particularly those who have never had a personal injury case – hear the term “personal injury” as it relates to the law but may not understand what the term means. I will attempt to explain the term and how this area of the law is different from other areas. The term… Read More »
What Are the Steps of the Foreclosure Process in Georgia
Missed Mortgage Payment The foreclosure process is triggered by the borrower (homeowner) missing a mortgage payment. Usually, the borrower missed the payment because they are facing extraordinary financial difficulties. Because if these financial difficulties, the first missed payment is then followed by several more missed monthly mortgage payments. Default/Acceleration Notice After a borrower has… Read More »
Top Things to Know About Drowsy Driving Accidents
Car accidents can happen for many different reasons. In a lot of cases, driver error is to blame. While motor vehicle collisions can certainly occur for reasons that are beyond the control of motorists, a majority of crashes result from another driver’s negligence. While we do not often think about the risks of drowsy… Read More »
Is There a Difference Between Aggressive Driving and Road Rage?
Motor vehicle collisions have a wide variety of causes, including aggressive driving. When a motorist behaves aggressively behind the wheel, a serious car accident can happen that could have been avoided altogether. We often hear people talk about aggressive driving behaviors and road rage, but are those the same thing? Ultimately, what is the… Read More »
What Steps Should I Take After a Traffic Collision?
If you are injured in a traffic crash in or around Marietta, it is extremely important to take steps to preserve evidence in your case and to preserve your ability to seek financial compensation. While it can be difficult to think carefully about how to ensure that you are able to seek financial compensation… Read More »
How Do I Seek Compensation After a Truck Accident?
Large truck accidents can result in serious and debilitating injuries, especially when occupants of smaller passenger vehicles are involved. If the truck driver was at fault for the crash, or if the truck caused the collision, is it important to begin working with a Marietta truck accident attorney as soon as possible to learn… Read More »
Who is Liable for Some of the Most Common Types of Motorcycle Accidents?
Motorcycle accidents can happen for many different reasons, and different parties may be at fault. In some cases, motorcyclists bear some or all responsibility for the crash, but more often another motorist is responsible for the collision. Much too frequently, car or truck drivers fail to check their blind spots and change lanes into… Read More »