Author Archives: Jay Butchko
3 Mistakes To Avoid After Getting Injured By A Defective Product
All manufacturers are obligated to ensure their products are safe for use. If a design defect or manufacturing defect results in you suffering injuries, you may be eligible for compensation. You may also be eligible for compensation after suffering an injury because of a warning defect, which is a defect that arises when a… Read More »
How Much Is My Georgia Premises Liability Case Worth?
In Georgia, if you are injured on a property because of the property owner’s negligence, you may be eligible to file a premises liability claim against the owner. In Georgia, when a property owner’s negligence causes injury, the property owner may be held liable for the victim’s injuries and damages. How Much Is Your… Read More »
5 Common Causes Of Diagnostic Errors
A diagnostic error occurs when a diagnosis is delayed, wrong, or missed altogether. A delayed diagnosis is when a diagnosis should have been made earlier. A wrong diagnosis occurs, for example, when someone who’s having a heart attack is told the pain they are experiencing is due to indigestion. Lastly, a missed diagnosis is… Read More »
Proving Negligence In A Georgia Personal Injury Claim
After suffering an injury in Georgia because of another person’s negligence, you have the right to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation for your injuries. But what exactly is the definition of “negligence” under Georgia law? What elements do you need to prove to succeed in a Georgia negligence action? The following… Read More »
Georgia Product Liability Cases: Statute Of Limitations
In Georgia, if a defective product injures you, you might be able to obtain compensation from the product’s manufacturer, the distributor, the wholesaler, and/or the retailer who sold you the product. However, it is crucial to note that, just like other states, Georgia has strict limitations on the amount of time you have to… Read More »
5 Big Mistakes To Avoid In Your Premises Liability Case
If you are injured on someone else’s property because of no fault of your own, you may be eligible to file a premises liability claim. Filing a claim against the negligent party can help you recover compensation for, among others, your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, to ensure you recover… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Medication Error
A medication error also arises when a patient is given the wrong medication, an incorrect dosage of a medication, or a medication that reacts with another prescribed medication. Unfortunately, such mistakes can lead to severe injuries or even death. Medication errors can worsen a patient’s condition or even create a new one. Because of… Read More »
Myths About Premises Liability Debunked
Premises liability cases can be complex and challenging. Perhaps this is why numerous myths about such cases have developed. Below we debunk six of these myths. Myth #1: Only Property Owners and Landlords Can Be Held Liable in Premises Liability Cases False: Indeed, property owners and landlords are often liable in premises liability cases…. Read More »
How A Delayed Cancer Diagnosis Can Affect A Patient
According to the World Health Organization, cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for almost 10 million deaths in 2020. However, cancer usually has a high chance of cure if detected early and treated appropriately. Unfortunately, many people who develop cancer are diagnosed late, which makes treatment less likely to succeed. Delays… Read More »
C-Sections: Surgical Errors And Delayed C-Sections
The CDC estimates that, in 2020, 31.8% of all deliveries occurred by cesarean. A cesarean delivery (C-section) is a type of surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through cuts in the uterus and abdomen. Often, C-sections are planned ahead of time, and other times C-sections are done as a last resort. However, regardless… Read More »