Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Sue A Landlord For A Dog Bite In New Hampshire?
New Hampshire is a strict liability state when it comes to dog bites. It means that dog owners are held strictly liable for bites caused by their dogs without the plaintiff needing to demonstrate that the dog owner was negligent. However, in some cases, a victim of a dog bite can also sue a… Read More »
What Happens If I’m Injured By An Uninsured Driver In New Hampshire?
Being involved in any car accident can be a stressful and intimidating experience, but even more so if the crash was caused by an uninsured driver. Even if the driver who caused your accident does not carry auto insurance, you could still be able to recover damages. It is advisable to speak with a… Read More »
How To Prove That A Property Owner Knew About A Dangerous Condition That Caused Your Injury?
When it comes to pursuing compensation for injuries that occur on someone else’s property, the injured party must prove that the property owner was negligent. In most slip and fall cases case, the injured person must be able to demonstrate evidence proving that the owner of the property: failed to take reasonable measures to… Read More »
How To Prove Your Non-Economic Damages In A Personal Injury Case
As you may know, a personal injury settlement consists of economic and non-economic damages. You may also know that proving non-economic damages can be challenging because it is difficult to assign a monetary value to these losses. Non-economic damages include emotional distress, humiliation, pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and… Read More »
What Is A Catastrophic Injury In New Hampshire Personal Injury Cases?
Broadly speaking, injuries can be broken down into three categories: minor, severe, and catastrophic. A catastrophic injury is a type of injury that has serious, life-altering consequences. In fact, some catastrophic injuries are so serious that a victim may never fully recover from them. If you suffered a catastrophic injury because of someone else’s… Read More »
How Pregnancy Affects A Car Accident Settlement Amount
Pregnancy loss is one of the worst things that can happen to a woman, especially if a pregnant woman loses a child in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of bodily injury and death for pregnant women and also the number one cause of traumatic… Read More »
What Is Considered Sexual Assault In New Hampshire?
If you have been sexually assaulted, it is critical to contact a knowledgeable attorney to help you seek compensation for your damages and losses. However, many people in New Hampshire do not understand what is considered sexual assault under state law. What to Do After Being Sexually Assaulted Often, sexual assault survivors do not… Read More »
How To Calculate Compensatory Damages After An Injury Due To Negligence
When you get injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensatory damages, which refer to the sum of money the negligent party must pay an injured party to compensate them for causing their injury and losses. It is essential to consult with a Manchester personal injury attorney to determine the… Read More »
How Can You Prove That A Truck Driver Was Fatigued In Your Accident?
Most truck drivers understand the importance of driving safely when operating a truck. However, some drivers endanger themselves and others on the road by pushing the limits of their physical capability. Specifically, we are talking about truck driver fatigue. Fatigue is one of the leading causes of truck accidents that comes from the lack… Read More »
Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC Congratulates The Winners Of Their 2021 Distracted Driving Scholarship!
Kylie Callahan, the scholarship winner for best video, just completed her senior year at Hollis Brookline High School. In the fall she will be attending Marist College where she plans to study psychology. Tatiana Azouri, our scholarship winner for essay, just completed her senior year at Spaulding High School. In the fall she… Read More »