Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How to Drive Safely on Ice
Ice is dangerous. This frozen water can be found on roadways during the Texas winters. Ice is no laughing matter. It’s a slippery substance that can cause even a slow-moving vehicle to lose control. Driving on ice is not for the faint of heart or for novice drivers. Even experienced drivers can easily lose… Read More »
Crashes at Intersections
Many people enjoy driving and teens look forward to the day when they get their driver’s license, but the truth is that driving is not easy. Crashes are common, especially at intersections. That’s because these are the locations where two or more roads cross each other. Activities such as turning left, turning right, and… Read More »
Potholes and Car Accidents
Cars can be easy to drive when the roads are smooth and free of defects. When there are potholes, though, driving can be much more difficult. Potholes are a huge annoyance that causes billions of dollars in vehicle damages. A pothole can cause hundreds and even thousands of dollars in damage to a single… Read More »
Facial Injuries in Car Accidents
A person can suffer facial trauma in various ways. Sports and falls can cause injuries to the face. So can motor vehicle accidents. However, facial fractures incurred in a crash are more likely to result in an associated head injury. A study of over 3,000 emergency room patients found that the zygoma is the… Read More »
Ins and Outs of Rental Car Accidents
Driving a rental car can be a nice change of pace. You can sometimes opt for cars you have never driven before, like a sporty Camaro or Mustang. You may even get to be behind the wheel of a convertible or luxury vehicle. However, there is something you need to be aware of: what… Read More »
Evidence Needed for a Car Accident Claim
If you have been involved in a car accident, your first step is to take a deep breath. Calm down, check yourself and others for injuries, and then take an important step: gather evidence. In car accident cases, your insurance company will want to determine liability before it pays out any compensation for damages…. Read More »
Seeking Medical Treatment after a Car Accident
A car accident can be a terrifying experience. Even a minor fender-bender can cause immense stress and mental trauma to a driver, especially if they now have to contact their insurance company and get their beloved ride all fixed up. As you can imagine, physical injuries in a car accident are common. A crash… Read More »
Admitting Fault in a Car Accident
After a car crash, there’s a lot going through your mind. If you have never been through one before, you may not be sure what to say or do. Your first instinct may be to say “I’m sorry,” but these two words could actually ruin your case. Even if you are pretty sure you… Read More »
Where and When Do Car Crashes Happen the Most?
Car accidents are daily events in Houston and all throughout Texas. They can happen on any road and at any time of the day. However, statistics show that there are places and times of the day where and when they happen the most. In 2021, there were 13.2 million car accidents in the United… Read More »
Safe Driving in the Mountains
Texas is home to more than 2,000 mountains, peaks, and hills, so if you live in the Lonestar State, chances are you’ll be driving on these types of roads at some point. Mountain driving can be a challenge. You may be used to straight roads, but when you head toward the mountains, the roads… Read More »
