Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Woman Files Lawsuit After Suffering TBI on Roller Coaster
Roller coasters can be fun and exhilarating, but they do come with risks. These rides travel at high speeds, often make sharp turns, and even go upside down. Even if the rider remains inside the ride and does not fall out, these movements can be hard on the body. One woman claims she suffered… Read More »
4 Injured in Pit Bull Attack
Pit bulls get a bad reputation for being dangerous dogs, and it’s clear why. Most dog attacks involve pit bulls because not only is the breed aggressive but also their owners do not know how to properly care for them and train them. This often leads to serious attacks. This is what recently happened… Read More »
Construction Worker Dies After Falling in Shaft
In the construction industry, struck-by accidents are common. Workers can get hit by an object and lose their balance, causing them to fall many feet to the ground. These accidents are often catastrophic and even deadly. Sadly, this was recently the case in Orange County. Rescue workers extricated a worker from a shaft, but… Read More »
Oysters Causing Norovirus in Florida, Other States
Many people enjoy eating seafood such as oysters. While we expect that they will be sold at stores and cooked properly in restaurants without any issues, sometimes problems do occur. Food may need to be recalled due to food poisoning or other illnesses. This recently happened with oysters sold and served in Florida and… Read More »
Apartment Explosion Leads to Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Nobody really thinks about their home exploding, but sadly, this happened at an apartment in Orange County on March 1. A woman inside the apartment was badly burned, dying a week later. Her family is now filing a wrongful death lawsuit to warn others about the situation. The explosion occurred on the morning of… Read More »
Man Killed in High-Speed Motorcycle Crash
Many people enjoy the thrill of riding a motorcycle. Yes, riding a high-powered bike can be fun if you do it properly. The problem is that some people ride too fast and recklessly. This leads to serious and even fatal accidents. Sadly, this was recently the case in Tampa. A man crashed his motorcycle… Read More »
Crane Collapse Kills 1, Injures 3
Those who operate heavy equipment need to be careful. It is important to operate these tractors and cranes in accordance with the law as well as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Otherwise, the equipment can overturn, causing serious injuries and fatalities. Sadly, this recently happened in Fort Lauderdale. A worker was killed… Read More »
Defective Child Activity Centers Cause Falls, Injuries
Parents buy all kinds of stuff for their babies, from clothing to diapers to bottles to formula to walkers to toys. Moms and dads expect that the products they buy will be safe for their little ones to use. Unfortunately, though, sometimes defects occur, causing children to get seriously injured. A child activity center… Read More »
Teen Dies After Falling Off Cruise Ship
Cruises are supposed to be fun, but accidents and deaths do happen on them from time to time. Accidents such as slips and falls and bouts of food poisoning do happen regularly, but something more tragic that people don’t always think about is people falling off balconies. A teen was killed in November after… Read More »
Man Killed in Crash at Construction Site
Construction workers are necessary to erect buildings and improve roads. Unfortunately, though, it is a tough job. It’s a job that requires a lot of physical strength. It’s also a dangerous job, with many construction workers injured and killed every year. Sadly, a construction worker was killed while walking along a construction site in… Read More »
