Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Pedestrian Safety in Texas
Walking is a great form of exercise and for those without a vehicle, it may be the main way they get from place to place. However, being a pedestrian is not necessarily a safe practice, especially in Texas. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are on the rise. In 2022, 922 pedestrians and bicyclists were killed in… Read More »
Garbage Truck Accidents
In your neighborhood, you may see garbage trucks on a weekly basis as they pick up your trash. Garbage trucks have an important job, but these are large vehicles that can cause serious accidents. Garbage trucks are much larger than your average vehicles, weighing as much as 25 tons when fully loaded. Plus, these… Read More »
Pedestrian Safety Tips
If you’re not in a vehicle, being around cars and trucks can be a scary situation. Pedestrians and motor vehicles have to learn to co-exist, but sometimes it does not happen. Pedestrian accidents occur often and can be catastrophic or deadly. In 2021, more than 7,000 pedestrians were killed in the United States. More… Read More »
FAQs About Texas Car Accidents
Have you ever been in a car accident in Texas? Even if you have, it’s always a scary process. You want to make sure you know what to do in the hours and days following a crash. If you fail to do something or make mistakes along the way, it can affect your insurance… Read More »
Understanding Driver Fatigue
Driving while intoxicated can be deadly, but they say that driving while tired can be just as bad as driving drunk. You may think that being a little tired is no big deal, but before you know it, you could be shutting your eyes while driving and even falling asleep, causing a major accident…. Read More »
Drug Impaired Driving
When you think of impaired driving, you may think of drunk driving. However, alcohol is not the only substance that causes impairment. Drugs such as prescription medications and recreational drugs can also make it harder to stay alert while behind the wheel. Drug use makes it harder to drive safely. Even though marijuana use… Read More »
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
After being involved in a car crash, you likely feel stunned. There’s a lot on your mind. What happens next? Even if you have been involved in a car accident before, you are likely not prepared for one. A crash can happen in an instant, leaving you and your vehicle with severe damages. So… Read More »
Driving With Other Teens in the Car
Many teens look forward to the day they turn 16 and can drive on their own. Driving offers freedom for teens. They are able to go from place to place without having their parents in the car with them. However, one of the main issues with this is that driving is often a social… Read More »
Dealing With Tire Blowouts
An ideal commute would be getting to your destination quickly, without any automotive issues. Unfortunately, though, sometimes vehicles have issues. The engine light might come on. You may experience reduced power. Maybe your vehicle stalls on a busy road. A major issue would be a tire blowout. Tire blowouts are major issues because they… Read More »
When is a Car Considered Totaled?
After a car accident, you may be told that your vehicle is “totaled.” When is a car considered and what does this mean for you? A car is typically considered totaled when the cost to repair it exceeds a certain percentage of its actual cash value (ACV). This refers to the value of the… Read More »
