Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Essential Safety Items to Always Keep in Your Car
Research has shown that Americans drive an average of 101 minutes daily. Over the weeks, months, and years, this adds up, and the unfortunate reality is that something is bound to go wrong over time. Research suggests that for every one thousand miles that a motorist drives, their chances of getting into an accident… Read More »
Expert Witnesses in Car Accident Claims
If you suffer injuries in a South Carolina car accident and another person is to blame for your accident, you are eligible to file a claim for damages against the negligent party’s insurance company. However, the system doesn’t always work in favor of injured individuals. The insurance company that should be looking out for… Read More »
Wrongful Death Claims in South Carolina
When a person dies because of another person’s negligent, wrongful, or reckless actions, it is called a wrongful death. Like other states, South Carolina has a law that allows surviving loved ones to file a wrongful death claim if their loved one died because of another person’s negligent, wrongful, or reckless acts. While no… Read More »
Survival Actions in South Carolina
Losing a loved one is extremely devastating. Beyond the stress, depression, and guilt, you may be experiencing financial difficulties if you recently lost a loved one. Fortunately, in South Carolina, it is possible to recover monetary compensation after the death of a loved one. In South Carolina, if another party’s negligence caused your loved… Read More »
How Truck Accident Cases Are Different From Car Accident Cases
Truck accidents are different from accidents involving passenger vehicles in several ways. Because of the size of trucks, truck accidents often cause more severe injuries and property damage than accidents involving passenger vehicles. This means that the damages are usually more in truck accident cases than in car accident cases. Other differences between truck… Read More »
Comparative Negligence in South Carolina Drunk Driving Accident Cases
If you suffered injuries in a South Carolina drunk driving accident, you can file a personal injury claim against the drunk driver and recover compensation for your injuries and damages. In South Carolina, when a drunk driver causes a car accident resulting in injuries and property damage, they may face liability on top of… Read More »
Dash Cam Evidence in Truck Accident Cases
After suffering injuries in a truck accident because of another party’s fault or negligence, you can file a truck accident claim against the negligent party and obtain compensation. To receive compensation for your injuries and damages, you will need to prove negligence on the part of the other party. One piece of evidence that… Read More »
Attorney Gus Anastopoulo will be discussing legal topics on Live 5 WCSC’s “Palmetto Life” starting September 11th
Attorney Gus Anastopoulo will be discussing legal topics on Palmetto Life starting September 11th! This is a new lifestyle show helping you get the most out of living in the Lowcountry From 9am-10am Monday through Friday on Live 5 WCSC. “Palmetto Life,” which will be hosted by Live 5′s Emilie Zuhowski, will air its… Read More »
Benefits of Hiring a Truck Accident Attorney
Truck accidents are quite common in the United States of America. According to the National Safety Council, in 2021 alone, more than 117,000 large trucks were involved in accidents resulting in injuries, and over 5,500 large trucks were involved in accidents that resulted in death. And while truck accidents happen for various reasons, most… Read More »
What Are the Most Common Injuries in Truck Accidents?
When a truck accident happens, the occupants in the other vehicle are more likely to suffer severe injuries than the truck’s occupants. A truck is approximately 20 to 30 times heavier than a passenger vehicle and is taller with greater ground clearance. The size of a heavy truck hitting a passenger vehicle can cause… Read More »