Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Three Reasons for Extreme Caution When Using Ride-Share Services Like Uber and Lyft
Nationwide, we continue to hear stories about assaults, rapes, and even homicides being committed by rideshare drivers. However, we are also beginning to hear about drivers being assaulted and murdered as well. In Virginia, several key stories have highlighted the problem recently. Recent Virginia Cases On March 19, 2016, a Vienna, Virginia man stole… Read More »
Yale Doctor Performs Wrong Surgery: Wrong-Site Surgeries More Common than You Might Think
Just recently, national headlines shocked Americans by reporting the case of a 60-year-old woman who suffered not one but two instances of medical malpractice in one day. The woman has now filed suit against the physician and hospital, among other defendants, alleging that she went to the hospital that day for surgery to remove… Read More »
Legislature Continues Attempts to Reduce Distracted Driving
According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 8 out of 10 accidents in the Commonwealth can be attributed, at least in part, to distracted driving. In just the first few months of 2015, distracted driving claimed 68 lives on Virginia roadways. Many residents wonder when enough will be enough and existing laws will… Read More »
Five Practical Tips When Arrested by the Police
When you are placed under arrest, it means your rights are being taken away temporarily. For those who have never endured it, there can be shock, confusion, fear, and indignation at being restrained against your will and forced into compliance. While the process has a very good purpose in society, it can leave a… Read More »
The Right to Remain Silent: What it is and How to Use it
All Americans have certain rights protected under the U.S. Constitution. These rights apply to everyone, regardless of what state they live in. States also have constitutions. In some instances, those state constitutions even offer added protections. One of the most common protections people are aware of is the “right to remain silent.” This protection… Read More »
How to Prepare for your Personal Injury Deposition in Virginia
Imagine the following situation: you were injured due to someone else’s negligence and you filed a lawsuit. Perhaps a year or more has gone by. One day, you receive a phone call from your attorney saying you must now give a deposition. Just the word “deposition” can strike fear into people’s hearts. It sounds… Read More »
Leesburg’s Most Dangerous Intersections from 2004 to 2014
In and around Leesburg, Virginia, drivers face many challenges, from heavy construction zones to speed traps. But several spots are the most dangerous places to drive. Interestingly, the most dangerous intersections in Leesburg have changed slightly over the years. When people think of heavy traffic and dangerous places during rush hour, spots like East… Read More »
Understanding Virginia’s Ignition Interlock Law
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in Virginia, you likely have a ton of questions about what you should do and how you will get through this trying time. Here, it is important to realize that you have rights, and it is up to you to protect those rights and… Read More »
Rape and Sexual Assault of a Child: Understanding the Differences in Virginia
What are these crimes in Virginia? Every state labels crimes differently. What is “indecent assault” in one state may be called “unlawful touching” or “unlawful assault” in another. In Virginia, each charge is unique and has a different specific type of action or intent that is required to convict. Likewise, each carries varying severity… Read More »
Will the Police Really Stop me for Not Moving Over?
The Virginia State Police have really stepped up measures to prevent officer injuries and fatalities. In the last 15 years, there have been more than 213 police officers killed while performing routine traffic stops. This, according to Move Over America, is the reason for a national movement to require drivers to respect the officers’… Read More »
