Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Obtaining A Baltimore Car Accident Report
An accident report contains important information about a vehicular crash, including the names of the parties involved, the location of the accident, and any injuries sustained. Obtaining a copy of an accident report is critical if you plan to file a personal injury claim in the state of Maryland. While there are ways to… Read More »
Workers’ Comp And Difference Between Accident And Occupational Claims
In the state of Maryland and around the country, workers’ compensation protections are in place. These are benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. While there are a variety of situations that can lead to a workers’ comp claim, each of them is sorted into two… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Potholes And Car Accidents
Potholes are a common sight on roads throughout Maryland, especially after a harsh winter. Unfortunately, they are not just a nuisance for drivers, but they can also be a major safety hazard. Potholes can cause serious damage to vehicles, and they can even contribute to traffic accidents. To learn more about how you can… Read More »
After Securing A Baltimore Settlement, Do I Have To Pay Taxes?
If you are close to settling a Baltimore case, or if you have already received compensation for a Maryland injury, you may be wondering whether you are responsible for paying taxes on the settlement amount. The short answer is that it depends. All of the circumstances surrounding your settlement will need to be reviewed… Read More »
Holding Police Officers Accountable For Misconduct
Police misconduct is a serious issue, and law enforcement misconduct has far-reaching consequences for both the victim themselves and their communities. Holding police officers accountable is an important part of the recovery process, and in Maryland, victims of police misconduct have several legal options. Some paths forward include documenting a complaint with the police… Read More »
How Baltimore Paralegals Can Support Your Claim
When you work with a legal team, you will be working with attorneys and their support staff, including paralegals. Paralegals are trained professionals who work alongside attorneys who are skilled at providing a range of legal services, including research, document preparation, and client communication. They play an essential role in moving cases through the… Read More »
When You Report To Your Insurance Company, Your Protecting Yourself
Car wrecks lead to a lot of confusion, and taking care of your own health and the health of those you care about needs to be a top priority. But at some point, maybe after you have talked to the police officers at the scene and visited an urgent care center to have a… Read More »
Long-Term Whiplash Effects Of Baltimore Auto Accidents
All whiplash injuries need to be assessed by a health professional and treated after a Baltimore vehicle accident. While there are also examples of whiplash injuries due to sports accidents or slip and fall events, many of these injuries are connected to auto accident personal injury claims. Financial damages for whiplash is possible after… Read More »
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 »
