Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Man Crushed To Death On Florida Construction Site
Construction sites are known for being dangerous. There are numerous risks involved in this industry. Because of this, many people are injured or killed while working on various buildings. Sadly, this happened to a man who was crushed to death while using a porta-potty on a construction site. The fatal accident happened on the… Read More »
Florida Woman Hit, Killed By Vehicle While Crossing Road
Bicycling is not always a safe activity. Crossing roads can be especially dangerous, which is why traffic signals are in place and bike riders need to follow them. When they don’t obey traffic laws, a bicycle accident is likely to happen. They can get hit by a car and killed. Unfortunately, this is what… Read More »
Man Killed In Florida Construction Accident
Construction is a necessary industry. It’s how houses and businesses get built. However, it’s not a safe occupation, with many injuries and deaths happening every year due to machinery, heights, heavy materials, electricity, power tools, and other factors. A Florida man was recently killed in a construction accident in Panama City Beach. The fatal… Read More »
Florida Dog Attack Leaves Small Dog Injured
Dog attacks are dangerous, especially for smaller animals and children. In many of these situations, victims are seriously injured or even killed. A recent attack in Florida has left a dog seriously injured. A pitbull mix attacked a small Havanese-poodle mix in Miami Gardens on the morning of January 26. The unprovoked dog attack… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed In Florida Crash
Many motorcycle crashes involve just the motorcycle. In fact, most of these single-vehicle accidents are the result of not being able to negotiate a curve. Sadly, this was recently the case for a man in Florida and it led to fatality. The motorcycle accident occurred on the evening of December 14 in Volusia County…. Read More »
Construction Worker Gets Benefits For Workplace Injury
Those who work in the construction industry face dangers every day. While slips and falls, electrocutions, building collapses, and machinery accidents are all common, so are repetitive motion injuries. These injuries are not only painful but can also lead to mobility issues. On December 2, a Florida appellate court awarded a construction worker benefits… Read More »
Florida Woman Charged With Allowing Friend To Drive, Causing Fatal DUI Crash
Driving under the influence is taken seriously in Florida and other states. That’s because drunk driving accidents can be fatal. Sadly, this was the case in Polk County. A woman and her friend are both facing DUI charges for causing a fatal accident in Brandon in November. If only one person was driving, why… Read More »
2 Killed In Florida Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are a common sight in Florida, as the state sees many tourists due to theme parks and other forms of entertainment. Drivers need to be very careful when on the road, as pedestrians typically have the right of way. Pedestrians have no protection if they are hit by a car, so the result… Read More »
Florida Man Crushed To Death In Construction Accident
The construction industry is very dangerous. Heights, machinery, and tools make jobsites hazardous for employees, causing serious construction accidents. Buildings are also prone to collapse, and any workers in the building at the time can fall to their death. Sadly, this was the case for a Florida man working on a Dollar General store… Read More »
1 Killed In DUI Crash
Car accidents can be caused by a variety of factors. Many are caused by a driver’s negligent or reckless behavior, such as drunk driving. Drunk driving accidents can be fatal. Sadly, this was recently the case in Largo, when a drunk driver caused a three-car crash, killing one person. The fatal accident occurred on… Read More »
