Author Archives: Jay Butchko

What Are Different Types Of Maryland Personal Injury Claims?
If you are pursuing a personal injury settlement after a Baltimore injury, you are either moving to assess damages from an insurance company or are filing a civil lawsuit because you were harmed as a result of another person’s or party’s negligence or wrongdoing. In Maryland, and throughout the US, there are several types… Read More »

Am I Eligible For An Ignition Interlock?
If you or someone you care about has been arrested for a Maryland DUI, tough consequences are possible. One example is that in the aftermath of an arrest, many find themselves facing a drivers’ license suspension, which can make it difficult to impossible for you to manage your daily commitments. If this is true… Read More »

Baltimore Attorneys And Civil Remedies Following Criminal Acts
When a crime has been committed in Maryland, there could be the possibility of the crime victim seeking both criminal consequences and civil remedies. Separate from criminal proceedings, civil remedies are legal actions that are meant to provide compensation for the harm that has been suffered. To determine what civil remedies are in reach… Read More »

5 Work Accidents That Could Lead To A Workers’ Comp Claim
Workplace accidents can result in serious injuries and financial hardships. But if you are worrying about the costs of your physical recovery after a work injury, explore the possibility of accessing funds through a workers’ compensation claim or personal injury action. Maryland employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. This is a requirement… Read More »

How Your Maryland Medical Malpractice Attorney Will Investigate
After harm due to medical malpractice, hiring an attorney is a way to shield yourself from settlement offers that are too low and claim denials. When it can be proven that a healthcare professional or medical facility in Maryland failed to provide the appropriate standard of care, compensation is possible. A skilled Baltimore medical… Read More »

Will My Chiropractic Care Be Included In My Settlement?
Because neck issues and back pain are common symptoms reported by people who have been in a traffic accident, it makes sense that some of these individuals find relief by seeing a chiropractor. Chiropractic care is a type of alternative medical treatment that is used to treat a variety of conditions. If you were… Read More »

Constitutional Tort And Your Rights
If you live in Maryland, your constitutional rights are protected under both the federal constitution and the constitution for the state of Maryland. If your constitutional protections are violated by government officials or organizations, a constitutional tort claim could be the legal action you decide to take in order to hold those parties accountable…. Read More »

Workers’ Comp And Working From Home
While people have been working from home in Maryland and around the country for decades, the number of workers performing their professional tasks for their apartments, condominiums, and houses has increased in recent years. And unfortunately, people can be injured in connection with their work whether they are in the office, on a business… Read More »

5 Reasons To Hire A Baltimore Lawyer After A Maryland DWI/DUI Arrest
Arrests for drunk driving in Maryland are referred to as driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. While many who do not work in law enforcement or the judicial system may use the terms DUI and DWI interchangeably, in reality they are different in the state of Maryland. A driver… Read More »

Why You Should Report An Accident
After a Maryland car accident, reporting the crash is important. Sometimes people feel fine and don’t think they need to report the incident because they will not be filing for damage recovery. Then, an injury develops over time. When you report a crash and see a medical professional without delay, you are creating a… Read More »