Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Nursing Home Resident Admits To Fatal Abuse Of Other Resident
Nursing home abuse has become an epidemic in recent years. Low wages, staffing shortages, and a lack of training has caused nursing homes to hire workers who are not well-qualified. These staff members may neglect or abuse patients due to extreme stress. But not all nursing home abuse is caused by staff members. There… Read More »
Preventing Slips And Falls During The Summer
The weather is heating up and pool parties and barbecues beckon. If you live in Florida, you’ll likely be inviting friends and family over soon for some fun in the sun. But before you do, you may want to inspect your home and look for any hazards that could cause slips, trips, and falls…. Read More »
Florida Man Killed After Crashing Into Alligator
Florida residents have to be cautious when driving. There are many hazards that can cause car accidents. Some examples include other vehicles, pedestrians, medians, trees, construction zones, deer, and even alligators. Yes, you read that right—alligators. Alligators can be a menace when they enter Florida’s busy roadways. In one bizarre situation, a man was… Read More »
Teen Killed In Amusement Park Accident
People go to amusement parks to have fun, but sometimes they get into serious accidents. Many things can happen at a park and unfortunately, one of them is falling off a ride. Sadly, these types of accidents are usually fatal. This was recently the case at a Florida amusement park. A 14-year-old boy was… Read More »
Man Killed In Panama City Pedestrian Accident
It can be scary for pedestrians to walk around Florida. Busy roadways make it hard for people to cross roads safely. In some cases, they can get hit by a car and killed. Sadly, this was recently the case in Panama City. A pedestrian was killed in an accident on the evening of April… Read More »
Common Causes Of Child Injuries
If you’re a parent, you know that children are accident-prone. Children need to be supervised while going down stairs, playing near pools, playing on playgrounds, riding bicycles, and more. A child can suffer injuries from doing just about anything. While some situations are accidents, in some cases, negligence is involved. While parents can be… Read More »
Head Trauma: What You Need To Know
On January 9, fans were shocked to hear about the death of TV star Bob Saget, who rose to fame in the 1980s as an actor on the sitcom “Full House.” Also a popular stand-up comedian, Saget was in Florida performing shows when he died in his sleep while staying at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando…. Read More »
Pedestrian Killed In Crash On Dale Mabry Highway
Car crashes happen quite often, especially on busy roads. Many of these accidents involve pedestrians, resulting in fatality. A recent crash in Tampa has killed a pedestrian. The fatal accident happened on the morning of February 17 on Dale Mabry Highway. A pedestrian was crossing the highway when he was hit by a vehicle… Read More »
Woman Falls To Her Death In Freak Drawbridge Accident
Bicyclists need to be aware of their surroundings when riding. They especially need to be cautious when on or around bridges, especially drawbridges, which can go up with little notice. Sadly, a freak accident in Florida has led to fatality for a bicyclist. The accident occurred on the afternoon of February 6 on the… Read More »
New Florida Bill To Affect Nursing Homes, Patients
Florida residents must often make the difficult decision to put their loved ones in nursing homes to ensure they receive the best care possible. It can be frustrating to find the right nursing home, though, since many have committed serious violations, such as neglect and abuse. It may seem as though some facilities have… Read More »
