Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
Bicycle Safety In Florida
Bike riding has become more popular with gas prices still high and people focused on their health. Riding a bicycle is indeed a great form of exercise. However, its safety is debatable. Bicycles have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles. However, motorists tend to treat bike riders as second-class citizens. This means… Read More »
What To Know About Head-On Crashes
There are many types of car accidents that can occur while traveling on the roadway. One of them is a head-on crash. A head-on crash occurs when two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collide, hitting the fronts of the vehicles. Head-on accidents are not common, but when they do occur, they are often deadly…. Read More »
Woman Killed In Crash While Leaving Circle K
A quick trip to the convenience store may seem simple enough, but it is not always an easy feat. If motorists are not alert and paying attention to where they are going, they can easily get into a car accident. And not all crashes are minor fender benders. Unfortunately, some are deadly. Sadly, this… Read More »
