Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Did Dangerous or Defective Holiday Decor Land You in the Emergency Room?
Decorations are one of the highlights of the season, and many people look forward to putting up the tree and dawning their home in lights to wow the neighbors. However, these decorations can also be very dangerous. In fact, over 200,000 people have been seriously injured by holiday lights, Christmas trees, and other holiday… Read More »
Negligence Per Se And Punitive Damages In South Carolina
You may not be familiar with the concept of negligence per se, but if you have been injured in a South Carolina car or semi-truck accident, you should be. Vehicle accidents rarely occur in the absence of negligence, so if you were in an accident and it wasn’t your fault, there’s a good chance… Read More »
Have You Fallen At A Hospital?
We go to hospitals to heal and expect to be safe there, but often there are hazards we are not aware of. Slip-and-fall accidents are common at hospitals, where cords, machines, and countless fluids can become tripping and slipping hazards. Simple things such as standing too fast after a procedure without proper support from… Read More »
Wrong-Way Driving Accidents On The Rise
Wrong-way driving accidents are on the rise in South Carolina and across the country, which is particularly alarming given how serious and oftentimes fatal these kinds of crashes can be. Studies reflect that deaths caused by wrong-way driving accidents have increased to over 500 each year. The truly tragic thing about these accidents, experts… Read More »
Can I Sue A Hit-And-Run Driver?
If you have been involved in a South Carolina accident where the responsible party fled the scene, you may be left feeling overwhelmed by the consequences of their reckless behavior. The good news is, you may not have to shoulder the financial burden on this accident alone. There are legal avenues available that make… Read More »
Have You Been Physically Assaulted On Someone Else’s Property?
If you have been physically assaulted on someone else’s property, such as at a residential home, a shopping mall, or an apartment building, you may think that the only person who can be held legally responsible is the person who actually harmed you. This may be frustrating, particularly if the person who harmed you… Read More »
The Scariest Thing About Halloween? Drunk Driving.
While we all may enjoy some spooky treats and frights in good fun on Halloween, the fun stops when the danger becomes real, and unfortunately, on Halloween, there is all too much of it. Along with being one of the most fun and celebrated holidays of the year, Halloween is also one of the… Read More »
Did Poor Vehicle Maintenance Cause Your South Carolina Car Crash?
Keeping up with vehicle maintenance is an important part of owning and operating a vehicle responsibly. All drivers owe a duty of care to all other drivers on the road. This duty of care requires drivers to follow all laws, including the speed limit, and to make sure their car is in good working… Read More »
Is It Legal To Use A Dashcam In South Carolina?
Dashcams, or small video cameras mounted to a car’s dashboard, can provide useful information if you are involved in a car crash. A dashcam will record all events leading up to a car accident, and may provide valuable insights as to what caused the accident and who is liable for causing it. This can… Read More »
Did Your Seat Belt Fail In An Accident?
We’ve all been taught from an early age to wear our seat belts. Long before we could drive, we knew to “click it or ticket.” And these lessons are not without merit. In fact, wearing a seat belt has been shown to reduce the risk of serious injury by as much as 50% and… Read More »