Author Archives: Jay Butchko
When Speeding Causes Motorcycle Accidents
Speeding has become an increasingly serious problem on our nation’s roadways. For instance, more than 12,000 people lost their lives in speeding-related car accidents in 2021 alone. This means that speeding is responsible for almost 30 percent of deadly crashes in the U.S. Unfortunately, the number is even higher for motorcyclists, with more than… Read More »
Federal Regulators Propose Automatic Emergency Braking Systems for Commercial Vehicles
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which regulates the commercial trucking industry in the U.S., recently announced a proposal that would require commercial trucks to have automatic braking systems on board. Initial estimates indicate that using this type of equipment could mitigate not only the frequency, but also the severity of rear-end truck… Read More »
Why Some Roads are More Dangerous for Trucks
Commercial vehicles pose a very real risk to other road users, not only because they are so large, but because they are generally much harder to maneuver than passenger vehicles. For instance, they take a lot longer to come to a stop, make extremely wide turns, and have large blind spots, all of which… Read More »
These Common Mistakes Could Jeopardize Your Truck Accident Case
Obtaining compensation from a trucking company or other negligent party is often essential for many truck accident victims, most of whom suffer serious injuries and devastating property damage. Unfortunately, obtaining compensation after a truck accident isn’t guaranteed, even when the trucking company was clearly at fault for the crash. Accident victims can also unknowingly… Read More »
Why Riding at Night is Especially Dangerous for Motorcyclists
Riding a motorcycle always comes with a lot more risks than driving in a vehicle, as riders are far less protected in the event of a collision, are generally less visible to other road users, and are more vulnerable to road hazards. Riding motorcycles at certain times, however, is even more dangerous, with the… Read More »
Recovery After a Bridge Strike Accident
Truck accidents can and do occur for a variety of reasons, with many attributed to the careless driving of other drivers, a failure to abide by traffic laws, or a lack of truck driver training. Other negligent drivers, trucking companies that put profits before safety, and manufacturers that design defective products can all be… Read More »
Insulin Deaths: 5 Things to Know About the NC Nurse Accused of Murder
By Virginia Annable Nov 21, 2023 on www.tulsaworld.com Last year, a nurse in North Carolina was accused of killing two patients and nearly killing a third with overdoses of insulin. The accusations and his arrest caught the attention of the Winston-Salem community, where he lived and worked for decades. Johnathan Howard Hayes, 48, was arrested on… Read More »
The Long-Term Consequences of Motorcycle Accidents
The injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents are almost always serious, as the riders are far less protected from impact. Unfortunately, this means that accident victims are also more likely to suffer from long-term physical, mental, and emotional repercussions. For instance, many motorcycle accident injuries result in permanent disability or disfigurement that can leave victims… Read More »
Tips for Avoiding a Motorcycle Accident
Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle does come with a lot of dangers, including the risk of a collision with a much larger passenger vehicle. The injuries sustained in these types of crashes are almost always serious and often reach the level of catastrophic for the rider. With so much at stake, it is extremely important… Read More »
Wearing a Helmet Can Reduce Motorcycle Accident Injuries
In Oklahoma, only motorcyclists under the age of 18 years old are legally required to wear a helmet when riding. There are, however, a lot of reasons why riders should consider wearing a helmet even when they aren’t legally required to do so. For instance, wearing a helmet reduces the risk of serious injury… Read More »
