Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Distracted Driving Leads To Wrongful Death, $1 Billion Verdict
We hear about the dangers of distracted driving all the time, but not many take it seriously until someone dies because of it. Sadly, a Florida family is dealing with the effects of distracted driving after their 18-year-old son was killed by a truck driver four years ago. Two trucking companies have been ruled… Read More »
Woman Hospitalized After Dog Attack
While many people love dogs, they need to be aware that dogs can and will attack people. Their beloved pet can cause them to get sued. Under Florida law, dog owners are strictly liable when their dog attacks someone. A dog attack in Miami has led to serious injuries for an elderly woman. The… Read More »
Can I Change Lawyers If I Am Unhappy With My Current Lawyer?
You may have hired a lawyer to help you handle a personal injury claim, but maybe they aren’t doing their job properly. Perhaps the attorney doesn’t communicate as much as you would like or maybe they just aren’t a good fit with your personality. So what happens now? Can you change lawyers? You do… Read More »
Dog Bite Laws In Florida
We treat our dogs like family, so they would never turn on us, right? Wrong! Dog bites injure millions of people each year. Florida is one of the top states for dog bite claims. Each state is different when it comes to dog bite laws. Many states allow a dog one free bite, which… Read More »
Woman Killed In Pine Hills Pedestrian Crash
Motorists need to take care when driving on the road. Their actions can affect others, causing fatal injuries to pedestrians. A woman was recently killed in a pedestrian crash in Pine Hills. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of July 31 on Pine Hills Road. The crash happened when a 31-year-old man was… Read More »
Types Of School Violence
With kids returning to school, parents may be concerned about school violence—and for good reason. Cyberbullying is on the rise, with technology making it easier than ever to tease, harass, and threaten others. The coronavirus pandemic has also increased tension among various groups of people, with parents even going as far as assaulting teachers… Read More »
Lawsuits Filed In Surfside Condo Collapse
In the early morning hours of June 24, Champlain Towers South, a 12-story condo building in Surfside, suddenly collapsed. Almost 100 people lost their lives. The building consisted of 136 units, and more than half were destroyed. The condo had issues, such as water damage and corrosion of the reinforcing steel, which were reported… Read More »
Dram Shop Laws In Florida
Nobody wants to be in a car accident involving a drunk driver, but these situations happen quite often. Every day, 29 people are killed in drunk driving accidents and many more are injured. While the person who is intoxicated can be charged with drunk driving, in some cases, a third party can also be… Read More »
Freshpet Dog Food Recalled In Florida And Georgia
As a pet owner, you probably treat your animal like family and expect that the food they eat is safe for consumption. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, as sometimes food can be contaminated due to proper sanitation processes not being followed by manufacturers. If the food is made with perishable foods such… Read More »
Causes Of Semi Truck Accidents
Car crashes are bad enough. Being involved in a semi truck accident can be fatal. It can also be complicated, since multiple parties can be held liable for these crashes. Semi trucks can weigh tens of thousands of pounds and can sometimes weigh 20 times as much as a passenger vehicle. How can you… Read More »
