Author Archives: Jay Butchko
1 Killed, 1 Injured in Rollover Crash
Unfortunately, car accidents are common among high school drivers. These teens have very little driving experience and they often engage in reckless behavior. A recent car crash in Winnie killed two Houston-area teens and caused serious injuries to another. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of August 12 near the East Bay Bayou…. Read More »
Garbage Truck Runs Over, Kills Woman in Houston
Being homeless is no doubt a tough situation. Finding safe places to sleep can be a challenge. A parking lot is not a good option. Vehicles go in and out of parking lots and it can be hard for them to see people in the way. Unfortunately, many homeless people are killed while they… Read More »
Importance of Medical Documentation in Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury cases can be tricky. Whether you have been injured in a car accident, slip and fall, medical malpractice case, workplace accident, or other incident, you need to prove your case. This means you need to have evidence of what happened and the injuries you sustained. Photos and witness accounts make good evidence…. Read More »
Understanding the Basics of Personal Injury Law
If you have been injured, and someone else was at fault, it’s a good idea to understand the laws involved. Depending on the situation, you may be able to recover compensation from the liable party. Each state has its own version of personal injury law. Also known as tort law, personal injury law allows… Read More »
1 Killed in Box Truck Accident
Car accidents can be deadly, especially when large vehicles are involved. A box truck was recently involved in a two-vehicle crash in Tomball, killing one person. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of May 26 on SH-99. Two vehicles were involved in the crash, which happened in the 12000 block SH-99 in the… Read More »
1 Killed as SUV Goes Off Bridge
Driving is a task that requires alertness at all times. In an instant, a vehicle can be involved in a deadly crash. Sadly, this was recently the case in La Marque. An SUV went off a bridge, killing a woman and seriously injuring four children. The fatal crash occurred on the evening of May… Read More »
Child Hit, Killed by SUV in Houston
Knowing that your child has been hit by a car is one of the worst fears of just about every parent. Even worse is when the child does not survive their injuries. Sadly, this was recently the case in Houston. An 11-year-old girl was killed after she was hit by an SUV in west… Read More »
What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident
In the past, people often used taxi cabs to get from place to place when they had no vehicle or had been drinking alcohol and wanted to get home safely. Nowadays, people use rideshare vehicles from companies such as Uber and Lyft. An Uber or Lyft driver uses their own vehicle to transport customers… Read More »
1 Killed in Rollover Crash on Gulf Freeway
Rollover crashes are some of the most dangerous car accidents. These occur when the vehicle tips onto its side or roof, causing the occupants to be thrown around the interior or even ejected from the vehicle. One person was recently killed in a solo-vehicle rollover crash in Houston. The fatal accident happened on the… Read More »
Rideshare Insurance Coverage: What Drivers and Passengers Need to Know
Not everyone can afford the expenses that come with owning a car. Plus, owning a car is just not feasible in large cities, where parking is limited. This is what has made ridesharing so popular in the past decade. Ridesharing involves using an app to catch rides from drivers who work for Uber or… Read More »
