Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Skydiving Accidents and Liability
According to a local news outlet, a Miami skydiver died recently in North Florida when his parachute didn’t deploy correctly during a jump. Officials have asserted that a team of skydivers were practicing for a weekend event that honors the families of fallen police officers when the fatal accident occurred. The 51-year-old who perished… Read More »
New York Judge Upholds Jury’s Liability Verdict in Major Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Mesothelioma is a deadly form of lung cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. And in recent years, a growing body of scientific evidence has linked asbestos exposure to commercially available talcum powder. Talcum powder requires talc, a naturally occurring mineral just like asbestos. Unfortunately, it is possible for asbestos to cross-contaminate talc during the… Read More »
Rain, Rain, Go Away – Driving Safely When Bad Weather is Here to Stay
Anyone who has spent time in Florida knows that our beloved state does not always live up to being the Sunshine State. The weather here can suddenly and unpredictably change which means that even the sunniest of blue skies can shift quickly into one pouring out torrential rain and thunderstorms. The Palm Beach Post… Read More »
Liability When Passengers Get Hurt in a Florida Car Accident – and When They May be Liable Themselves
When most people think about car accidents, these thoughts usually move to the concept that it is a driver who is at fault. With the focus of everyone from the police who respond to the accident scene to the insurance adjusters you will talk to afterwards on placing the blame on one driver or… Read More »
Am I Liable if Someone Else Crashes My Car?
Bizarrely, Local 10 News recently asserted that a man claims a South Florida BMW dealership wrecked his car while it was being serviced. Even more bizarrely, the evidence uncovered in a preliminary investigation by the news outlet indicates that the man is right. After experiencing multiple issues with his new BMW M4 convertible within… Read More »
Been Injured? Get Medical and Legal Help to Aid Your Recovery
Finding yourself unexpectedly suffering from serious injuries is inherently shocking and difficult to adjust to despite the fact that millions are injured unintentionally every year. People are injured in the Sunshine State in many ways including due to scenarios like: A car accident caused by someone else’s negligence An encounter with a defective product… Read More »
Understanding Pedestrian-Vehicle Collisions
Walking can be a great source of exercise. It is also a cost-effective and environmentally-friendly alternative to driving. But unfortunately, the benefits don’t outweigh the fact that the road can be a risky place for pedestrians who happen to come in contact with a negligent or reckless driver who is sitting behind the wheel… Read More »
What Are the Benefits of Contingency Fee Agreements?
While some attorneys require retainers and charge hourly fees, personal injury attorneys typically operate based on what is known as a contingency fee agreement. This means that these attorneys are only paid when the injured victim receives a monetary award through winning or settling his or her personal injury case. In that case, the… Read More »
Deescalating Road Rage Situations
Local 10 News recently reported that a driver was fatally shot during a recent road rage incident. The driver had reportedly committed an armed carjacking in Greenacres shortly before the incident occurred in Broward County. Authorities have asserted that the 21-year-old driver stole a gray Mercedes-Benz before heading into Broward County and becoming involved… Read More »
Pregnant Women and Car Accidents
Most parents who have little ones automatically put their beloved children in age-appropriate car or booster seats or otherwise make sure they are buckled in appropriately. However, women who are expecting have a different challenge – keeping the child they are carrying safe while on the road. In some tragic circumstances, the mother even… Read More »
