Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Day Rate Pay Violations
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires non-exempt workers to be paid a minimum wage, and to be compensated for overtime hours worked at the pay rate of one and one-half times the regular pay rate for every hour worked beyond the forty hour workweek. Oftentimes, workers who are paid a day rate suffer… Read More »
What Is The Timeline For A Columbus Car Accident Claim?
After a motor vehicle collision in Columbus, it can be difficult to think about devoting time and energy to a car accident claim. Yet filing a claim with your insurance or filing a lawsuit is often essential to obtaining compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other losses associated with the crash. Given that… Read More »
Tipping Violations
If you receive a portion of your pay through tips, you may be a tipped employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). When a person works as a tipped employee, it is critical to understand worker rights under the FLSA, including rights to a minimum wage and rights to overtime pay. The FLSA… Read More »
What Is A Wage And Hour Violation?
Understanding wage and hour law in Ohio can be complicated. Many wage and hour issues in employment are governed by federal law, particularly the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Yet there are also some Ohio laws that provide employees with more benefits than federal law, including minimum wage. Employers in Ohio must abide by… Read More »
Understanding Liability For A Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents in Ohio can have many different causes, and it is critical for an injured motorcyclist to speak with an attorney to determine liability for purposes of filing a claim. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, motorcyclist fatalities rose significantly in 2020, with a total of 212 deaths among motorcyclists involved in… Read More »
Who Is Liable For A Pedestrian Accident?
Pedestrian accidents and injuries can occur almost anywhere in Columbus, from neighborhood streets and sidewalks to parking lots at retail establishments. Given that pedestrian accidents can result in debilitating injuries, it is important for the injured pedestrian to learn more about filing a claim. In order to file a claim, it will be critical… Read More »
What Are The Differences Between A Wrongful Death And Personal Injury Claim?
Severe accidents in Ohio, such as car accidents and motorcycle wrecks, can have devastating consequences. Vehicle occupants, motorists, and pedestrians can sustain debilitating and fatal injuries in these types of collisions. When an individual has sustained injuries, that person may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit against the liable party. Yet when… Read More »
What Is Contributory Fault In An Ohio Car Accident Case?
Car accidents in Columbus, Ohio can lead to many different types of losses, including serious physical harm that results in significant hospital bills and lost wages due to a person’s inability to work. Making the decision to file a car accident claim can be difficult when you are grappling with the physical and psychological… Read More »
Common Types Of Injuries In Car Accidents
Car crashes in the Columbus area can result in many different types of personal injuries, and those injuries can vary widely in terms of severity. The severity of a car accident injury can depend upon various factors, such as the speed of the collision, how the accident occurred, whether the crash involved a pedestrian… Read More »
