Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Anticipating and Avoiding Car Crash Defenses
Every year, vehicle collisions kill or seriously injure millions of Americans. TV commercials usually feature friendly adjusters that arrive at accident scenes with open hearts and open checkbooks. But the reality is usually different. Insurance companies, like most other companies, are in business to make a profit. So, after a car accident, they usually… Read More »
What Causes Truck Accidents in Los Angeles?
Driver error, in one form or another, causes most truck accidents in Los Angeles. More than ever, semi-trucks, delivery vehicles, and freight carriers are huge and their drivers are under tremendous pressure to quickly deliver cargo. Throw the SoCal freeway environment into the mix, with busy freeways like the I-5, I-10, I-405, I-710, and… Read More »
Are Uber Drivers Legally Responsible for Injury Accidents?
Yes. If Uber drivers are negligent, they’re legally responsible for injury accidents. Usually, the company is financially responsible for damages in these cases. But that’s the subject of a different blog. First party liability in Uber crashes is quite complex, mostly because a different duty of care applies in different situations. More on that… Read More »