Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Workers’ Compensation For Restaurant Employees
Restaurants are a huge industry and their success is completely dependent on the service of their staff. However, restaurants are not the safest place to work. In fact, they are quite dangerous, particularly for staff who work in the kitchen, or have to travel in and out of it. If you have been injured… Read More »
Have You Suffered A Concussion?
If you have suffered a concussion, you know that they can have painful and uncomfortable consequences. Concussions, usually caused by trauma to the head, often cause a temporary onset of symptoms including headaches, pain, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, and nausea. For most people, these symptoms can last several days up to a week or two…. Read More »
Defective Seat Belts Cause More Injuries Than You May Think
We rely on seat belts to keep us safe, and for good reason. Wearing a seat belt reduces your risk of experiencing serious harm in an accident by as much as 45%, and your risk of dying in an accident by as much as 50%. That means that wearing a seat belt can literally… Read More »
Car Seat Safety
We all want the best for our children and we try our best to make sure that our kids are safe. However, car crashes remain a leading cause of death among children ages 1 to 13. In many of these cases, simple errors regarding the choice of car or boosters seat or their installation… Read More »
How Can Maryland’s Contributory Negligence Rule Affect My Claim?
If you have recently suffered an injury due to another person’s negligence in Maryland, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what your options are. Accidents, such as vehicle collisions, fall, or injuries on other people’s property can cause lasting injuries and tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages. This… Read More »
Who Can I Sue In A Trucking Accident?
If you have been injured in a Maryland trucking accident, you are not alone. Maryland has a huge number of trucking accidents each year, which leave thousands of motorists injured and even dead. It may be hard to know what to do in the immediate aftermath of a trucking accident. And, as you’ll find… Read More »
Benefits Of Settling Your Personal Injury Case
If you have been injured due to another person or party’s negligence, you may be able to file a claim or bring a personal injury lawsuit to recover for all the damages that you suffered as a result. While a personal injury claim can land in court in front of a judge or jury,… Read More »
Employee Vs. Independent Contractor
The distinction between employee and independent contractor may seem like a fairly arbitrary one until you’re injured on the job. In Maryland, almost all employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance that provides coverage for employees who sustain injuries on the job as a result of their employment. Only employees are eligible for… Read More »
Legal Options For An Independent Contractor Injured On The Job
If you are an employee injured at work you likely qualify for workers’ compensation coverage through your employer. This coverage provides medical care and full or partial wage replacement while you recover from your injury or illness. However, if you are not classified as an employee, these benefits are not available. Many independent contractors… Read More »
Why To Say ‘No’ To Recorded Statements With Insurance Adjusters
After an accident, it can be difficult to know where to turn for support and what to do first. Insurance claim adjusters can seem friendly and you may think they are trying to be helpful, like any other customer service agent, but their friendly demeanor and helpful facade are very strategic. Insurance adjusters have… Read More »