Author Archives: Jay Butchko
13 Children Injured In Crash Between School Bus And Semi-Truck
In what is surely every parent’s worst nightmare, 13 Florida children have sustained injuries in a crash that occurred between a school bus and a commercial semi-truck. The accident occurred on US 29 where it intersects with Nine and a Half Mile Road in Escambia County, Florida. The bus had 28 children on board,… Read More »
What To Do After A Hit-And-Run Accident
Few things are more stressful than being involved in a car accident. Unless of course, it was a hit-and-run accident. Hit-and-run drivers are drivers who flee the scene of an accident instead of staying to make sure the person is okay and talk to police. In Florida, it is a crime to leave the… Read More »
Slips And Falls In Restaurants
Nobody expects to get injured while at a restaurant, but the truth is that many dangers abound in such an environment. Whether you work at a restaurant or you visit one as a customer, you need to be aware of the possibility of slips and falls. Overall, slips and falls are caused by errors… Read More »
Teen Killed In Motorcycle Crash
Motorcycles can be fun to ride but they come with a lot of dangers. These small vehicles can go very fast and they can be hard to control. Young, inexperienced riders especially face a high risk of serious crashes. Sadly, a teen was recently killed in a motorcycle crash. The fatal accident occurred on… Read More »
What To Know About Solo-Vehicle Crashes
When you think of car accidents, you may think of two or more vehicles colliding with each other. However, not all car crashes have to involve multiple vehicles. Some are solo-vehicle crashes that don’t involve other cars. Solo-vehicle crashes tend to cause significant property damage. That’s because they are often caused by the car… Read More »
Woman Charged With DUI After Crashing Car
Alcohol has a way of making you feel lost and confused. You may experience reduced judgment, mobility issues, and memory loss. That’s why it’s illegal for people to drink and drive. Alcohol and vehicles are not a good combination. A woman from Boca Raton is facing a DUI charge after crashing into another vehicle… Read More »
Parents Of Florida Teen Awarded $15 Million In Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare. Knowing that your child died due to a police department’s negligence is especially devastating. A Florida family recently got justice after a jury awarded them $15 million after their teen son was hit by a car due to law enforcement negligence. The incident happened on February… Read More »
Causes Of Semi Truck Accidents
Semi trucks are a common sight on Florida’s interstates and highways. These trucks have an important job as they haul consumer goods from one place to another. However, these trucks are very large and heavy. They can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. Compared to a standard passenger vehicle of roughly 3,000 to 4,000… Read More »
Nursing Home Abuse Vs. Neglect
Florida residents expect that their loved ones will receive the best care possible in nursing homes. However, this is not always the case. Nursing home residents are often victims of abuse and neglect by poorly trained staff members. In fact, in 2020, three-quarters of staff members admitted to abusing residents. The elderly patients in… Read More »
Premises Liability In Florida
When we go somewhere, such as a restaurant, grocery store, gas station, hotel, school, park, or even someone else’s house, we expect a certain degree of safety. However, accidents can happen. Sometimes injuries occur due to the property owner’s negligence. You may get bitten by a dog. You may slip and fall on spilled… Read More »
