Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Will my Car Accident Settlement be Just Like the Jury Verdicts I See on TV? The Difference Between Settlement Amounts and Jury Awards in Ventura Car Accident Cases
When a Ventura driver is injured in a car accident due to the negligence of another driver, they may wonder if it is worth it to bring a personal injury case for compensation under California personal injury laws. Ventura drivers who are injured because of another driver’s negligent driving are entitled to compensation for… Read More »
Myth vs Fact About Ventura Truck Accident Cases
One thing about the laws that enable Ventura truck accident victims to get compensation for injuries sustained due to a truck driver’s negligent driving is that there are many misconceptions about them. Most Ventura drivers (hopefully) have not been involved in a truck accident and have little experience with the California civil laws that… Read More »
California Truck Driver Causes Fatal Truck Accident, Orders Burrito at Nearby Restaurant Moments After Crash
News of a tragic and fatal truck accident involving a California truck driver in Arizona has caused shockwaves across California and Arizona state lines. According to local news reports, Karan Singh, a 28-year-old truck driver from Manteca, California, was driving a commercial truck in Parker, Arizona, when he slammed into several vehicles that were… Read More »
Semi-Trucks and Motorcycle Riders: A Potentially Dangerous Combination – What Ventura Residents Should Know about the Hazards of Semi-Trucks on the Road for California Motorcyclists
There is no doubt that some Ventura residents find their life’s passion riding California’s roads and highways. The open air, sunshine, and the feeling of the wind on one’s face while taking in the scenery can be a wonderful and exciting hobby for many Californians. For others, riding a motorcycle may take on a… Read More »
2019 Ventura Massage Parlor Sexual Assault Demonstrates Importance of Sexual Assault/Premises Liability Claims
Typically, when a person books a massage at their local massage parlor or at a national massage chain, they expect that when they step foot into the studio they will be met with relaxation, bliss, and a restful experience. Indeed, massages are usually a treat for us to unwind and practice self-care during the… Read More »
Justice for Ventura Families Who Have Lost a Loved One Due to a Drunk Driving Accident – Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Claim for Compensation and Where to Turn in Ventura for Legal Help
There is no doubt that nothing can replace the loss of a loved one. The loss of a close family member can be especially painful when it is sudden, senseless, and when it happens under tragic circumstances. Such is the case for those Ventura families who have experienced their loved one being taken too… Read More »
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Hesitate to Speak with a Ventura Car Accident Lawyer after You’re Injured Due to Another Driver’s Negligence
Speaking with a Ventura car accident lawyer after being involved in a traumatic car accident can, unfortunately, fall to the wayside. On top of healing from injuries sustained in the accident, replacing and/or repairing your damaged vehicle, attempting to return to work, taking care of family matters, and simply integrating back into regular life… Read More »
Bicycle Accident that Left Man Dead in Ventura Highlights Options for Justice for Ventura Families
A horrific bicycle accident that left one man dead in Ventura underscores what options may be available for the families of those who have died in fatal bicycle accidents in Ventura. According to local news reports, in late September of this year, a 64-year-old bicyclist from Goleta was killed after he was hit and… Read More »
Car Accident vs. Truck Accident in Ventura: Is there a Difference?
Let’s face it: we all have to share Ventura’s roads and highways with some not-so-great drivers. Indeed, even in a perfect world where everyone paid attention while driving, followed the “rules of the road”, and refrained from drinking or taking drugs before getting behind the wheel, it is human nature to make mistakes. Automobile… Read More »