Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Interesting Medical Malpractice Statistics
When a medical professional is negligent with their actions and care and they make a mistake that leads to harming a patient, then medical malpractice may have happened. In response, a patient in this situation could file a medical malpractice claim for compensation for their injuries. These claims, though, are highly complicated. It is… Read More »
How A Criminal Record Could Affect Your Ability To Attend College
If you are currently in college or you are filing an application to be considered to enter the learning institution of your preference there is a lot of information that the school will want to know about you before they decide if they will accept you. Or if the school accepted you and then… Read More »
What To Expect At Your Georgia DUI Arraignment
If you are arrested in Georgia for a DUI, unless you have been in this position before, you may not be sure what exactly is going to happen to you or how the process works. What you can expect is to be given a date and time to show up for a court hearing…. Read More »
Should You Obtain An Attorney Before Your DUI Arraignment?
An arrest for a DUI in Georgia will mean a court date will be scheduled that you must attend unless you have an attorney appear on your behalf. After a DUI arrest, connecting with an attorney that knows the criminal laws and has the resources and background to manage a DUI defense is critical…. Read More »
I-75 Truck Rollover Accident On Independence Day Was Alcohol-Related
Georgia State Patrol arrested a man and charged him with a DUI after a rollover accident transpired on Interstate 75 on July 4, 2022. According to reports, the man was driving a truck while he was inebriated. The truck rolled over and a female passenger was ejected from the vehicle. The man did not… Read More »
Is Emotional Pain Compensable In A Personal Injury Claim?
If you were in a car accident, if you suffered a slip and fall incident, or if you were involved in some other unintentional injury accident where you were hurt, you may be able to file a claim against the negligent party responsible for your damages for financial compensation. It is best in these… Read More »
Is It Expensive To Hire A DUI Defense Lawyer In Atlanta?
DUI charges in Georgia can come with steep penalties if there is a conviction. Even being pulled over for a suspected DUI can impact a person’s good reputation. But if a conviction happens, then license suspension, fines, and even jail time can ensue. This can impact a person’s career, and their ability to secure… Read More »
Does Being Arrested For A DUI In Atlanta Mean You Will Be Found Guilty?
If you are arrested for a DUI in Georgia should you go to court and be found guilty, then the range of penalties and how severe they will be can vary. This is because there are several factors that will go into determining how harsh your punishment will be. For example, if this was… Read More »
Why Independent Medical Examinations Are Used In Personal Injury Claims
There are several ways people can suffer injuries. Sometimes, injuries can be the result of a party’s own reckless behavior, and other times, another party’s negligence can be the reason why injuries result. When negligent actions by one party cause physical bodily harm to another, it could be possible for the victim in this… Read More »
Examples Of Defense Strategies For DUI Homicide
DUI homicide is a serious crime in Georgia and it is a tragedy too. The unnecessary loss of life along with a life of sorrow for making an error in judgment that resulted in death are both very unfortunate. If you are being charged with vehicular homicide and you had alcohol in your system,… Read More »