Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Oxnard Man Pleads Guilty to DUI Car Accident in Ventura
News of the entering of an Oxnard man’s plea in a DUI-related wrong-way car accident that happened in Ventura last year spread across local Ventura news websites at the tail end of last month, as a community still mourns the death of those senselessly killed in the crash. According to local news reports, on… Read More »
Non-Economic Damages in Ventura Car Accident Cases – What are They and How Can You Get Them After Your Serious Car Accident?
After a serious car accident happens in Ventura, Ventura car accident victims may wonder if they are entitled to compensation for their injuries and losses, and, if so, what kinds of compensation they may be entitled to under California personal injury laws. The good news is that under California personal injury laws, victims of… Read More »
Damages in Ventura Wrongful Death Cases – What Are They and How Can I Get What’s Due to Me Under California Laws?
A father dies in a horrific car accident after being T-boned by a drunk driver; a sister is killed after she is hit by a car while walking in a crosswalk on a green signal; a brother is hit by a truck while riding his bicycle on the sidewalk: these are all examples of… Read More »
Were You the Victim of a Car Accident and Now the At-Fault Driver’s Insurance Company Wants Documents From You? Learn 3 Reasons Why You Should Not Give Anything Up Until You’ve Spoken to a Ventura Car Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been in a car accident in Ventura, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, confused, and even frustrated. One thing that you may not have expected is the at-fault party’s insurance company reaching out right after the accident to ask for documents, statements, medical records, and other personal information. While it may seem harmless… Read More »
DUI Driver Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Fatal Car Accident in Ventura; Rights of Ventura Car Accident Victims Under California Laws Explained
There is no doubt that the impact of a drunk driver’s actions can be long-lasting, painful, and incredibly unjust. Indeed, when a drunk driver decides to get behind the wheel, they are not only playing Russian Roulette with their own life, but with the lives of every other driver on the road. A recent… Read More »
Victims Identified in Series of Recent Ventura Car Accidents and Other Motor Vehicle Accidents
A series of fatal motor vehicle accidents in the Ventura area has been the talk of the town. The Ventura County Star recently identified the victims of a number of separate motor vehicle accidents in the Ventura area, from the most recent to the latest. The first accident involved a cycling fatality on Pacific… Read More »
Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Raises Awareness about Distracted Driving Accidents
There is no doubt that distracted driving is a major risk factor to the health and safety of residents and drivers throughout Ventura. Indeed, although we are all taught that we should not do things like use a cell phone, eat, put on makeup, or switch between radio stations while driving, the truth of… Read More »
How Deadly is Distracted Driving? Find Out Now During April Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is distracted driving month and news outlets across Ventura and throughout California encourage drivers during the month of April to take steps to keep each other safe on the road. ABC7 Eyewitness News Los Angeles covered a story last year about the importance of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and spared no details about… Read More »
Escalators: Convenience or Risk in Ventura?
Escalators are a modern convenience in Ventura, aiding efficient movement in shopping centers, airports, hotels, office towers, and transit stations. However, they pose safety risks, causing serious accidents and injuries annually. It is, accordingly, important for Ventura residents to understand the nature and causes of escalator injuries, and what they can do to get… Read More »
Saturday Afternoon Car Accident in Ventura Tragically Ends in Death of Woman, Others Critically Injured
A Saturday afternoon crash in Ventura ended in one fatality, and another person being critically injured. According to local news reports, the accident occurred on Saturday, February 15, and involved two vehicles. Investigators believe that a silver Lexus SUV was traveling eastbound on Loma Vista Road when it approached the intersection of Loma Vista… Read More »