Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Settlements Due To Security Lapses
Even when a Baltimore business has security features in place, they need to be maintained. Lapses in procedures and failing to upkeep equipment could lead to guests of the business sustaining injuries. Owners and operators have a duty of care, they need to have the appropriate safety protections to protect the public in place…. Read More »
Your MD Work Injury And What To Do Next
While people should feel generally safe in their homes and workplaces, the reality is no situation is completely free of the possibility of an accident or injury. It is essential that employers do what they can to rescue illness and injury risks, but sometimes employees sustain broken bones, sprains, and other medical concerns while… Read More »
What A Baltimore Business Owner Should Know About Premise Liability
There are many details that go into opening and running a business. People invest their time, resources, and energy into their business plans, and are sometimes so focused on the day-to-day tasks that they fail to shield themselves from legal problems that could arise. One study reports that approximately 50% of businesses close within… Read More »
Personal Injury Attorneys Shield You From Low Offers
Deciding to hire an attorney is a personal decision. For some, they are confident they can navigate the stress and confusion of a negotiation is something they can handle on their own. But for the majority of people, leaning on the expertise of a personal injury attorney smooths the process and leads to better… Read More »
Texting And Driving Laws In Baltimore
In the state of Maryland, there are laws in place that prohibit drivers from texting while driving. IN fact, there are restrictions on using hand-held devices at all when you are behind the wheel. Because these laws are categorized as primary offenses, law enforcement can pull you over or stop you in connection with… Read More »
Determining Liability And Lane Change Collisions
If you need to drive from one area of Maryland to another, chances are you will need to make at least a couple of lane changes. Merging in and out of traffic lanes is part of driving, but it needs to be done with caution. When drivers aggressively merge and surprise, or strike, other… Read More »
What About My Wrecked Car And Belongings?
Of course, the most important thing following a Maryland car accident is to make sure everyone is physically ok. Assuming you are not injured, being thankful for walking away from an accident healthy is priority number one. Then, from there, you can assess if there are property damages, such as a car that is… Read More »
What Are WAD Symptoms?
Seeing a doctor because of neck pain following a motor vehicle accident is common. And diagnoses are often connected to whiplash associated disorder (WAD) after a vehicle collision. WAD symptoms can also be experienced after slips, falls, and sporting injuries. Any event that aggressively snaps a person’s neck and head back and forth can… Read More »
Practical Ways For Motorcycle Riders To Stay Safe
Many in Maryland and around the country enjoy riding motorcycles. Which makes sense, motorcycles can be a fun and efficient form of transportation. But while there are benefits to riding motorcycles, there are drawbacks as well. Riding a motorcycle can lead to severe injuries and appropriate safety steps need to be taken so collisions,… Read More »
Car Accidents And Vehophobia
Dramatic, immediate impacts of car accidents are topics of discussion between friends and neighbors, but there can be long-term issues that are often less discussed. Some of these could be physical, or mental, or a mix of both. For instance, some experience vehophobia after a Maryland car crash. Following a car collision, you may… Read More »
